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Andy Warhol, The New Spirit Donald Duck FS. II 357 from Ads, 1985

Andy Warhol

The New Spirit Donald Duck FS. II 357 from Ads, 1985
Screen print on Lenox Museum Board
38 x 38 in
96.5 x 96.5 cm
Edition of 190 plus 30 AP, 5 PP, 5 EP, 10 HC, 10 numbered in Roman Numerals, 1 BAT, 30 TP
Series: Ads
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'New Spirit – Donald Duck' print from Andy Warhol's Ads portfolio is a striking representation of the artist's fascination with pop culture icons and consumerism. Created in 1985, this piece...
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"New Spirit – Donald Duck" print from Andy Warhol's Ads portfolio is a striking representation of the artist's fascination with pop culture icons and consumerism. Created in 1985, this piece is part of Warhol's exploration of advertising imagery and its impact on society, a theme that permeates much of his work from this period.


In "New Spirit – Donald Duck," Warhol appropriates the beloved Disney character Donald Duck, placing him in the context of a dynamic advertising layout. The print features Donald Duck prominently, his iconic face rendered in bold, vibrant colors against a bright, eye-catching background. Surrounding Donald are various text elements, including the words NEW SPIRIT in large, bold letters, suggesting a sense of innovation and excitement.


Warhol's use of Donald Duck as a subject in this print is significant. As one of Disney's most recognizable and enduring characters, Donald Duck represents not only a beloved childhood figure but also a symbol of American popular culture. By incorporating Donald Duck into his artwork, Warhol taps into the nostalgia and cultural resonance associated with this iconic character while also commenting on the pervasive influence of mass media and advertising.


The inclusion of the phrase NEW SPIRIT further enhances the thematic depth of the print. It suggests a sense of renewal or reinvention, perhaps alluding to the ever-changing landscape of consumer culture and the constant quest for novelty and innovation. Warhol's decision to juxtapose this phrase with Donald Duck creates an intriguing tension between the familiar and the new, inviting viewers to contemplate the evolving nature of American society and its values.


As part of Warhol's larger Ads portfolio, New Spirit – Donald Duck reflects the artist's ongoing exploration of the intersection between art, commerce, and popular culture. Through his appropriation of advertising imagery, Warhol challenges traditional notions of artistic originality and authenticity while also highlighting the pervasive presence of consumerism in contemporary society.


Today, New Spirit – Donald Duck remains a powerful testament to Warhol's enduring influence and his ability to capture the zeitgeist of his time. By recontextualizing familiar icons like Donald Duck within the realm of fine art, Warhol invites viewers to reconsider their relationship to mass media, advertising, and the broader cultural landscape.

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