
Andy Warhol
100 x 74.9 cm (each)
Andy Warhol created a series of prints featuring the image of Soviet leader Vladimir Lenin in the 1987. Warhol's fascination with celebrity culture and mass production techniques intersected with political imagery, leading him to create these iconic pieces.
Warhol's Lenin prints often featured vibrant and striking colors, with repetitive images of Lenin's face arranged in grids or in a collage-like manner. The images were sourced from a photograph of Lenin, which Warhol then manipulated and reproduced using silk-screening techniques, a method he frequently employed in his art.
The choice of Lenin as a subject matter was intriguing, as Warhol's work often commented on consumerism, fame, and the power of iconic figures in society. By depicting Lenin, a prominent political figure, Warhol added a layer of complexity to his exploration of celebrity and mass culture.
The prints of Lenin by Warhol are characterized by their boldness, visual impact, and the juxtaposition of a political leader within the realm of pop art. They serve as a commentary on the intersection of politics and popular culture, inviting viewers to contemplate the role of imagery and propaganda in shaping public perception.
Warhol's Lenin prints remain significant not only as artistic creations but also as a reflection of the artist's ability to merge seemingly disparate elements — politics and pop culture — into thought-provoking and visually captivating works of art.
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Andy Warhol, Lenin F.S. II 402, 1987
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Andy Warhol, Red Lenin F.S. II 403, 1987
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Andy Warhol, Lenin Trial Proof TP 3/46, 1987
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Andy Warhol, Lenin TP Trial Proof 2/46, 1987
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Andy Warhol, Lenin Trial Proof TP 6/46, 1987
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Andy Warhol, Lenin Trial Proof TP 5/46, 1987
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Andy Warhol, Lenin Trial Proof TP 42/46, 1987
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Andy Warhol, Lenin Trial Proof TP 13/46, 1987
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Andy Warhol, Lenin Trial Proof TP 45/46, 1987
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