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Orangutan F.S. II 299, 1983
Screen print on Lenox Museum Board
38 x 38 in 96.5 x 96.5 cm
Trial proof edition of 30
Andy Warhol's Orangutan print from the Endangered Species series is a poignant exploration of the intersection between art, culture, and environmental conservation. Created in 1983, this series marked Warhol's departure from his typical subjects of celebrities and consumer products to address pressing social and ecological issues.In the Endangered Species series, Warhol turned his iconic pop art style towards drawing attention to animals threatened by extinction due to human activities. The orangutan, with its distinctive reddish-brown fur and soulful eyes, serves as a powerful symbol of the urgent need for conservation efforts.In his portrayal of the orangutan, Warhol utilizes his characteristic bold colors and repetitive imagery. The use of vibrant hues draws the viewer's attention and emphasizes the urgency of the message. Through repetition, Warhol not only highlights the individuality of each orangutan but also suggests the widespread nature of the threat facing these animals.Beyond its visual impact, Warhol's Orangutan print prompts viewers to reflect on humanity's relationship with the natural world. By elevating the orangutan to the status of a pop art icon, Warhol challenges the viewer to consider the intrinsic value of these creatures and the moral imperative to protect them from extinction.Moreover, Warhol's decision to include the orangutan in the Endangered Species series speaks to the interconnectedness of environmental issues. The destruction of orangutan habitats, primarily caused by deforestation for palm oil plantations, not only threatens the survival of these magnificent creatures but also contributes to global issues such as climate change and loss of biodiversity.In this context, Warhol's Orangutan print serves as a call to action, urging viewers to consider the impact of their choices on the natural world and to support conservation efforts. By using his platform as an artist to raise awareness about endangered species, Warhol demonstrates the potential of art as a catalyst for social change.Ultimately, Andy Warhol's Orangutan print from the Endangered Species series is a powerful reminder of the fragility of the natural world and the urgent need for collective action to preserve it for future generations. Through his art, Warhol leaves behind a legacy that transcends mere aesthetics, inspiring viewers to engage with important issues and work towards a more sustainable and harmonious relationship with the planet.
Price on Application

Orangutan, from Endangered Species (F. & S. 299) · Andy Warhol · Phillips · 2025-06 · $249,725

Orangutan, from Endangered Species (see Feldman & Schellmann IIB.299) · Andy Warhol · Sotheby's · 2024-04 · $215,900

Orangutan, from Endangered Species, 1983 · Andy Warhol · Shannon's · 2023-04 · $150,000

Orangutan, from Endangered Species (F. & S. Ⅱ.299) · Andy Warhol · SBI Art Auction · 2026-05 · $132,129

Orangutan (from the Endangered Species portfolio) · Andy Warhol · Rago · 2026-06 · $121,600


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African Elephant F.S. II 293
1983

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Bald Eagle F.S. II 296
1983

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Bighorn Ram F.S. II 302
1983

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Black Rhinoceros F.S. II 301
1983

Andy Warhol
Black Rhinoceros, from Endangered Species (F.S. 301)
1983

Andy Warhol
Endangered Species F.S. II 293-302
1983

Andy Warhol
Giant Panda F.S. II 295
1983

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Grevy's Zebra F.S. II 300
1983

Andy Warhol
Pine Barrens Tree Frog F.S. II 294
1983

Andy Warhol
San Francisco Silverspot Butterfly F.S. II 298
1983

Andy Warhol
Siberian Tiger F.S. II 297 from Endangered Species
1983

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Turtle F.S. II 360A
1985
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Andy Warhol Endangered Species prints for sale represent his most explicitly environmentally engaged series — a 1983 portfolio of ten screenprints depicting threatened species, produced in collaboration with naturalist Ron Feldman. The series brought Warhol's signature visual intensity to animals then facing extinction: the Bald Eagle, African Elephant, Black Rhinoceros, Siberian Tiger, Pine Barrens Tree Frog, Giant Panda, Grevy's Zebra, San Francisco Silverspot Butterfly, Bighorn Ram, and Orangutan.
The portfolio was published in a signed edition of 150 and an unsigned edition of 150, with a handful of artist's proofs. Complete signed suites are highly sought by both Warhol collectors and environmental institutions. The Bald Eagle, Giant Panda, and Siberian Tiger are the most frequently requested individual prints.
Andy Warhol Endangered Species for sale at Guy Hepner include individual prints and complete portfolio sets. Enquire for current availability →

Andy Warhol prints for sale and Andy Warhol paintings for sale at Guy Hepner Gallery, New York. Our inventory spans screenprints, silkscreens, and unique works across his most collected series: Marilyn Monroe, Campbell's Soup, Mao, Flowers, Myths, Ads, Cowboys and Indians, Dollar Signs, Cars, and Reigning Queens — all with full provenance and Feldman & Schellmann catalogue raisonné references. We also acquire Warhol. Contact our team for a free valuation.
Andy Warhol (1928–1987) is the defining figure of American Pop Art and the most commercially traded artist of the twentieth century. Born Andrew Warhola in Pittsburgh to Slovak immigrant parents, he rose from commercial illustrator to the architect of a cultural movement that permanently dissolved the boundary between fine art and mass media. His Manhattan studio, The Factory, became the epicentre of New York art and celebrity culture from the early 1960s until his death in February 1987.
Andy Warhol art for sale spans an extraordinary range of subjects, media, and price points — from intimate drawings and unique canvas paintings to large signed editions. His signature subjects include Campbell's Soup Cans, Marilyn Monroe, Mao Zedong, Dollar Signs, Flowers, Reigning Queens, Cowboys and Indians, the Ads portfolio, and the late Cars and Endangered Species series. Each body of work reflects his obsessive engagement with repetition, celebrity, and commodity culture.
The market benchmark for Warhol was set in May 2022 when Shot Sage Blue Marilyn (1964) sold at Christie's New York for $195 million — the highest price ever achieved at auction for an American artwork. Recent print sales confirm sustained institutional demand: Mao editions achieved $4,648,000 each at Christie's in May 2025; Flowers editions achieved $4,076,000 and $3,832,000 at Sotheby's in the same season.
Andy Warhol paintings for sale — unique acrylics and silkscreens on canvas — represent the rarest and most valuable tier of his output. Subjects produced in multiple unique variations include Flowers, Skulls, Shadows, Dollar Signs, and the late Oxidation Paintings. The Rorschach series (1984) and Camouflage works appeal strongly to institutional collectors. Abstract Expressionism paintings from the late 1970s and early 1980s remain undervalued relative to his iconic print series and represent a compelling collecting opportunity.
Andy Warhol paintings require substantial documentation: exhibition history, gallery receipts, and provenance tracing to The Factory or first-generation dealers. Prices range from mid-five figures for works on paper to eight figures for major canvas paintings. Our team can advise on current pricing and condition assessment across all painting categories.
Warhol's screenprints represent the most accessible and widely collected segment of his output. Andy Warhol prints for sale range from early unsigned offset lithographs to hand-signed, numbered editions produced with Castelli Graphics, Factory Editions, and Ronald Feldman Fine Arts. Signed, numbered editions from key series — Marilyn Monroe (1967), Flowers (1970), Mao (1972), Ads (1985), Endangered Species (1983), Cowboys and Indians (1986), and Reigning Queens (1985) — command the strongest collector demand and the deepest secondary market liquidity.
Condition, provenance, and edition size are the critical variables. Works printed on Lenox Museum Board or high-grade rag paper with consistent registration and original colouration are the most desirable. Fading, foxing, or retouching materially affects value.
The Cars portfolio (F.S. II.356–362), produced in 1985 as a commission from Mercedes-Benz to mark the centenary of the automobile, stands among the most refined of Warhol's late print series. Ten screenprints on Lenox Museum Board render historic Mercedes-Benz models in Warhol's characteristic flat colour and photographic silkscreen technique — his iconic commercial sensibility applied to the history of industrial design. Signed and numbered in editions of 100, with separate artist's proofs, the Cars series regularly achieves $25,000–$75,000 per impression and commands significant premiums when offered as complete portfolios.
Warhol's production in the final decade of his life — broadly 1978 to 1987 — encompasses some of his most conceptually ambitious work. The Knives series (1981–82), Guns series (1981–82), and Crosses (1981–82) form a trilogy of loaded American objects rendered in the same neutral Pop vocabulary he had applied to Soup Cans twenty years earlier. The Boots and Dollar Bills paintings sit alongside late unique canvases from the Camouflage series (1986–87) and the haunting Last Supper paintings completed weeks before his death. Works from this period are systematically underrepresented in collector awareness relative to their importance to the broader catalogue and represent genuine long-term collecting opportunities.
Andy Warhol self portrait prints are among the most sought-after works in his catalogue — a subject he returned to from 1966 to 1986. The most collected examples include:
Self portrait prices range from $18,000 for early unsigned screenprints to $400,000+ for the 1978 and 1986 signed works in excellent condition. Authentication requires reference to the Feldman & Schellmann catalogue raisonné and, where applicable, a former Andy Warhol Art Authentication Board certificate.
Guy Hepner actively acquires Andy Warhol prints, paintings, and unique works from private collections. If you are looking to sell Warhol prints or seeking a current market valuation, contact our New York gallery for a confidential, no-obligation assessment. We handle all series including Marilyn, Mao, Flowers, Ads, Cowboys and Indians, Myths, Reigning Queens, and late works. Our team can advise on the most appropriate route to market and current secondary market pricing.
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