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Andy Warhol Joseph Beuys F.S. II 244 , State III For Sale
Andy Warhol
Joseph Beuys F.S. II 244 , State III, 1980-83
Screen print on Lenox Museum Board with rayon flock
40 x 32 in 101.6 x 81.3 cm
Edition
Edition of 150 , 36 AP , 9 PP , 45 TP
About this work
Andy Warhol, the iconic figure of pop art, and Joseph Beuys, the enigmatic German artist known for his performances, sculptures, and social activism, may seem like an unlikely artistic pairing. However, their collaboration in the realm of printmaking resulted in a series of fascinating artworks that merged Warhol's vibrant aesthetic with Beuys's conceptual depth.The collaboration between Warhol and Beuys occurred in 1980 when they worked together on a series of prints. This collaboration was an interesting intersection of their distinct artistic styles and philosophies. Warhol, famous for his fascination with consumer culture and celebrity, brought his signature techniques of screenprinting and bold colors to the project. Meanwhile, Beuys, known for his unconventional materials and deep exploration of social and political themes, infused the collaboration with his intellectual rigor and philosophical inquiries.The prints produced through this collaboration often feature Beuys's visage, a nod to Warhol's penchant for depicting famous personalities. However, unlike Warhol's typical subjects, Beuys was not a conventional celebrity but rather a figure revered within the art world for his groundbreaking conceptual art and activism. By featuring Beuys in their prints, Warhol and Beuys engaged in a meta-commentary on fame, art, and the nature of cultural icons.One notable series resulting from their collaboration is the "Beuys Warhol," where Beuys's image is rendered in Warhol's characteristic style, complete with vibrant colors and repeated motifs. These prints serve as a visual dialogue between two giants of contemporary art, each leaving their distinct mark on the final pieces.What makes the collaboration between Warhol and Beuys particularly intriguing is the clash and fusion of their artistic ideologies. Warhol's work often celebrates surface and superficiality, while Beuys delves into deeper layers of meaning and symbolism. Through their collaboration, they explored the tension between these approaches, creating works that are both visually captivating and intellectually stimulating.The prints resulting from Warhol and Beuys's collaboration remain highly sought after by collectors and scholars alike, serving as a testament to the enduring relevance of both artists' legacies. They stand as a unique convergence of two distinct artistic sensibilities, offering viewers a glimpse into the creative dialogue between two of the 20th century's most influential figures in contemporary art.For more information on Andy Warhol’s Joseph Beuys (F.S. II 244) or to buy Andy Warhol’s Joseph Beuys (F.S. II 244), contact our galleries using the form below.
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Auction History
Untitled (Portrait of Joseph Beuys) · Andy Warhol · Sotheby's · 2007-12 · $221,267
Portrait of Joseph Beuys · Andy Warhol · Sotheby's · 2007-10 · $192,075
Joseph Beuys · Andy Warhol · Christie's · 2012-11 · $158,500
Joseph Beuys · Andy Warhol · Sotheby's · 2010-05 · $146,500
Joseph Beuys C · Andy Warhol · Christie's · 2015-02 · $132,846
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II 245-247 commanded GBP 25,400 as a complete set in January 2024.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"These results gain significance when positioned within Warhol's broader market trajectory. Shot Sage Blue Marilyn's $195,040,000 sale at Christie's in May 2022 established the benchmark for twentieth-century art at auction, while recent activity confirms sustained depth across his print market—Mao editions F.S. II.96 and II.97 each realised $4,648,000 at Christie's in May 2025. Guy Hepner has executed 478 Warhol transactions totalling over $51 million across 292 collectors, providing direct insight into how the Beuys works perform within diversified Warhol portfolios.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"What distinguishes the Beuys series from celebrity portraits is its art-historical weight. Collectors acquiring these works aren't simply buying a Warhol—they're securing documentation of a pivotal dialogue between two artists who defined opposing poles of post-war practice.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2},"content":[{"text":"Technical & Historical Context","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"Warhol produced the Beuys portraits between 1980 and 1983, following their first meeting at Beuys's Düsseldorf studio in 1979. The encounter brought together seemingly incompatible artistic philosophies: Beuys's shamanistic social sculpture against Warhol's cool mechanical reproduction. The resulting portraits became Warhol's most sustained engagement with a fellow contemporary artist.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"The primary series comprises screen prints on Lenox Museum Board, with variants incorporating distinctive material applications. F.S. II 244 State III features rayon flock, creating a tactile surface quality unusual within Warhol's print production. The diamond dust editions F.S. II 245-247 add the crushed glass particles Warhol favoured during this period, producing surfaces that shift dramatically under varying light conditions.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"Following Beuys's death in January 1986, Warhol created the In Memoriam edition F.S. II 371—a memorial work that transforms his earlier celebratory portraits into elegiac statement. This posthumous tribute adds documentary significance, capturing Warhol's genuine respect for an artist whose practice he found deeply alien yet compelling.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2},"content":[{"text":"Individual Works & Collector Preferences","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"The State variations demonstrate Warhol's experimental approach to the Beuys image. F.S. II 242 State I presents a more restrained treatment, while F.S. II 244 State III incorporates the rayon flock that creates genuine material distinction. Collectors focused on technical innovation within Warhol's practice consistently gravitate toward the flocked variant.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"The diamond dust editions F.S. II 245, 246, and 247 represent the premium tier. Available individually or as a complete set, these works combine the scale (44 1/8 x 29 7/8 inches each) and surface complexity that command strongest collector interest. The set achieved EUR 21,420 in June 2022, with the complete grouping reaching GBP 25,400 in January 2024—a meaningful appreciation over the twenty-month interval.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"In Memoriam F.S. II 371 occupies unique territory as both portrait and tribute. Its smaller format (32 x 24 inches) and 1986 date position it differently than the primary series—collectors drawn to documentary significance and art-historical narrative find particular resonance here. The price differential between 2019 (GBP 32,500) and 2024 (GBP 33,020) reflects stable rather than speculative demand.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"Guy Hepner observes strongest institutional interest in complete State progressions, while private collectors frequently prioritise individual diamond dust examples as portfolio anchors.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2},"content":[{"text":"Authentication & Condition Considerations","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"Proper authentication requires verification against the Feldman and Schellmann catalogue raisonné, with each work bearing appropriate edition numbering and publisher documentation. The screen prints should display consistent registration across colour passes, with particular attention to the precise alignment that distinguishes authorised editions.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"Condition assessment for the Beuys series involves specific concerns by variant. The rayon flock on F.S. II 244 State III requires examination for any fibre loss or compression from improper storage. Diamond dust editions F.S. II 245-247 should retain their particulate surface intact, as any abrasion materially affects both visual impact and value. The crushed glass application remains vulnerable to contact damage.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"Lenox Museum Board provides excellent archival stability, though collectors should confirm proper framing with UV-protective glazing and acid-free mounting throughout. Guy Hepner provides comprehensive condition reporting on all works, documenting any restoration history and current state with photography appropriate for insurance and estate purposes.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","attrs":{"level":2},"content":[{"text":"Investment Analysis & Acquisition Strategy","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"Within Warhol's portrait production, the Beuys series offers compelling value positioning. While celebrity portraits from the Marilyn, Mao, and Campbell's series command significantly higher entry points, the Beuys works provide access to museum-quality Warhol at price levels that permit meaningful position-building.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"The consistent January 2024 results across multiple variants suggest healthy institutional and private demand without speculative froth. This stability appeals to collectors seeking works that appreciate steadily rather than cycling through volatile peaks.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"For 2026 acquisitions, Guy Hepner recommends prioritising diamond dust editions F.S. II 245-247 for collectors seeking maximum visual presence and proven secondary market liquidity. The In Memoriam edition F.S. II 371 merits consideration for portfolios emphasising art-historical narrative over scale. Complete State progressions—particularly sets including both F.S. II 242 State I and F.S. II 244 State III—represent opportunities for collectors positioning holdings for eventual institutional sale or donation.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","content":[{"text":"Current availability across variants allows strategic selection based on individual portfolio objectives. 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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.
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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.
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- Self Portrait F.S. II.12–22 (1978) — nine large-format prints; auction results regularly $80,000–$250,000
- Self Portrait with Fright Wig (1986) — produced a year before his death; widely regarded as his definitive late statement
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