Flowers (Hand-colored) (F & S II.117) is one of ten prints from Andy Warhol’s 1974 Hand-Colored Flowers portfolio, a series that highlights his continued fascination with the structure and elegance of floral forms. Building upon the earlier Black and White Flowers series, these works draw from floral illustrations found in the wallpaper catalog *Interpretive Flower Designs*. While the black-and-white series emphasized contour and composition, the *Hand-Colored* works reimagine those same images with vibrant washes of color.

In this series, Warhol uses Dr. Martin’s aniline watercolor dyes to infuse the prints with a loose, flowing application of color. The hand-colored details lend an expressive, almost improvisational quality to the precise outlines, turning each piece into a vibrant and dynamic still life. The interplay of line and hue reflects Warhol’s refined design sensibility, while also allowing space for spontaneity and personal expression.

Flowers (Hand-colored) (F & S II.117) marks a departure from the mass-produced aesthetic of Warhol’s Pop Art icons like the Campbell’s Soup cans and Coca-Cola bottles. Instead, it recalls his earlier work as a commercial illustrator, where hand-drawn elements and a more intimate style dominated. The presence of the artist’s hand—through shading, nuanced coloration, and subtle imperfections—imbues this print with a sense of warmth and individuality rarely seen in his more mechanized works.

This piece stands as a quiet yet powerful reminder of Warhol’s versatility and his roots in traditional illustration. It offers collectors and viewers alike a chance to connect with the softer, more introspective side of a cultural icon known for his cool detachment.

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