Andy Warhol’s obsession with mortality took a morbid turn in 1968 when he was almost fatally shot by Valerie Solanas. Compelled by that near-death experience, Warhol (1923 – 1987) created several artworks, including his “Guns” series, duplicating Solanas’ revolver. Utilizing his signature technique of reproducing multiple images of an instantly recognizable cultural symbol, the gun appears to be lethal, even though no one is holding it.
Andy Warhol (1923 – 1987), one of the 20th century’s most creative, prolific and influential artists, defined a decade and a culture with his groundbreaking Pop Art. Initially a popular Manhattan commercial artist, Warhol achieved fame with his multiple images of soup cans, soda bottles, dollar bills and celebrities, which revealed the beauty within mass culture. Innovator of silkscreening, Warhol’s talents also encompassed filmmaking, music production, commercial illustration, writing and magazine publishing.
This art print displays sharp, vivid images with a high degree of color accuracy. A member of the versatile family of art prints, this high-quality reproduction represents the best of both worlds: quality and affordability. Art prints are created on paper similar to that of a postcard or greeting card using an offset lithography press.
By Anvil1969
from Barrie Ontario Canada
- Great Quality Paper
- Perfect Size
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- Vivid Detail
- Age:
- 40 – 44
- Gender:
- Male
- Display Location:
- Living Room
Posted on: 7/1/2011
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- Great Quality Paper
- Perfect Size
- Vibrant Colors
- Visually Appealing
- Vivid Detail
- Age:
- 40 – 44
- Gender:
- Male
- Display Location:
- Bedroom
By Lodi Mari
from Sinton, TX
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- Decoration
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- Age:
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