-
Artworks
Andy Warhol
Cow Wallpaper F.S. II 11 A , 1971Screen print on wall paper45 1/2 x 29 3/4 in
115.6 x 75.6 cmEdition of unknown size with approximately 100 signed in felt pen in 1979 ; Stamped and authenticated by the Andy Warhol Foundation For The Visual ArtsSeries: Cow WallpapersCopyright The ArtistAndy Warhol's Cow Wallpaper is one of the iconic creations that emerged from the vibrant world of Pop Art in the 1960s. Created in 1966 as a part of Warhol's...Andy Warhol's Cow Wallpaper is one of the iconic creations that emerged from the vibrant world of Pop Art in the 1960s. Created in 1966 as a part of Warhol's exploration into mass production and consumer culture, the Cow Wallpaper epitomizes his fascination with the repetition of images and the blurring of lines between high art and everyday life.
Inspired by the imagery of cows commonly found in American culture – from dairy advertisements to children's books – Warhol took this mundane subject matter and transformed it into an art form that challenged conventional notions of aesthetics and taste. The repetitive pattern of the cow prints, rendered in vivid colors such as pink, yellow, and blue, creates a visually striking and immersive environment.
The Cow Wallpaper was not merely a static piece of art but rather a dynamic installation that engulfed the viewer, blurring the boundaries between art and the surrounding space. It became a symbol of Warhol's belief in the democratization of art – the idea that art should be accessible to everyone, not just confined to elite galleries or museums.
Furthermore, the Cow Wallpaper served as a commentary on the commodification of art and consumerism in society. By transforming a commonplace image into a decorative pattern, Warhol challenged the notion of artistic authenticity and questioned the value placed on originality in a mass-produced world.
The Cow Wallpaper remains a significant symbol of Warhol's artistic legacy, embodying his innovative approach to art-making and his ability to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Its influence can still be seen today in contemporary art and design, serving as a reminder of Warhol's enduring impact on popular culture.%3Cdiv%20class%3D%22artist%22%3EAndy%20Warhol%3C/div%3E%3Cdiv%20class%3D%22title_and_year%22%3E%3Cspan%20class%3D%22title_and_year_title%22%3ECow%20Wallpaper%20F.S.%20II%2011%20A%20%3C/span%3E%2C%20%3Cspan%20class%3D%22title_and_year_year%22%3E1971%3C/span%3E%3C/div%3E%3Cdiv%20class%3D%22medium%22%3EScreen%20print%20on%20wall%20paper%3C/div%3E%3Cdiv%20class%3D%22dimensions%22%3E45%201/2%20x%2029%203/4%20in%3Cbr/%3E%0A115.6%20x%2075.6%20cm%3C/div%3E%3Cdiv%20class%3D%22edition_details%22%3EEdition%20of%20unknown%20size%20with%20approximately%20100%20signed%20in%20felt%20pen%20in%201979%20%3B%20Stamped%20and%20authenticated%20by%20the%20Andy%20Warhol%20Foundation%20For%20The%20Visual%20Arts%3C/div%3E%3Cdiv%20class%3D%22series%22%3E%3Cspan%20class%3D%22artwork_caption_prefix%22%3ESeries%3A%3C/span%3E%20Cow%20Wallpapers%3C/div%3E
Join our mailing list
* denotes required fields
We will process the personal data you have supplied in accordance with our privacy policy (available on request). You can unsubscribe or change your preferences at any time by clicking the link in our emails.
521 W 26th Street
5th Floor
New York, NY 10001
Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm
Open Saturday by appointment only
info@guyhepner.com
+1 (212) 226 8680
177 10th Avenue
Ground Floor
New York, NY 10001
Tuesday - Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
info@guyhepner.com
+1 (212) 500 8190
Instagram, opens in a new tab.
Join the mailing list
Facebook, opens in a new tab.
Twitter, opens in a new tab.
Youtube, opens in a new tab.
Tiktok, opens in a new tab.
This website uses cookies
This site uses cookies to help make it more useful to you. Find out more about cookies.