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British artist Richard Hamilton, who was regarded by many as the father of pop art, has died today aged Hamilton created a string of renowned works throughout the sixties that inspired artists such as Andy Warhol and Joseph Beuys. He had continued working on his latest pieces up until a few days before his death. It is not yet known how he died.

He pioneered the groundbreaking style of work in the 60s. Friends and former colleagues have today paid tribute to Hamilton, calling his influence on art 'immeasurable'. A statement from the gallery called Hamilton the 'father of pop art' and a 'pioneering artist of unparalleled skill, invention and lasting authority. Iconic: Hamilton's best known work, the collage 'Just what is it that makes today's homes so different, so appealing?

Nicholas Serota, director of London's Tate gallery, added: 'Greatly admired by his peers, including Andy Warhol and Joseph Beuys, Hamilton produced a series of exquisite paintings, drawings, prints and multiples dealing with themes of glamour, consumption, commodity and popular culture. Gagosian did not say how Hamilton died or where, although he was in Britain.

Hamilton's best known work was his collage 'Just what is it that makes today's homes so different, so appealing?