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Andy Warhol
Superman (II.260)

1981

About the Item

"Superman (II.260)" is a screenprint by Andy Warhol made in 1981. The print is signed, in pencil, lower right, "Andy Warhol 156/200". The print size is 38 x 38 inches. The framed size is 40 5/8 x 40 5/8 x 2 inches. "Superman FSII.260" is a part of Andy Warhol's 'Myths' series comprised of 10 screenprints utilizing iconic imagery, primarily from 1950s television or old Hollywood films. As a series, 'Myths' speaks to America's pre-eminence and powerful past of characters known and loved around the world. Other prints included in the series are characters loved by children such as Mickey Mouse and Santa Claus, as well as fictional figures like Uncle Sam, Dracula, and The Wicked Witch of the West. The fame and recognition of each character in the series plays into Warhol's love of mass reproduction of imagery as well as his frequent commentary on the idolization of celebrities and the powerful nature of consumerism. Provenance: Private Collection, Japan Sale: Sotheby's Prints & Multiples New York, November 23, 2015, lot 359 Private Collection Literature: Frayda Feldman & Jorg Schellmann, Andy Warhol Prints: a catalogue raisonné, 1962-1987, Andy Warhol Foundation for the Arts, New York, 2003, no. II.260, p. 122
  • Creator:
    Andy Warhol (1928 - 1987, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1981
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38 in (96.52 cm)Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)
  • More Editions & Sizes:
    Edition of 200Price: $350,000
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  • Gallery Location:
    Palm Desert, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 457301stDibs: LU9314073562
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