Audrey Hepburn
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Russell Young Brigitte Thunder For Sale
Russell Young
Brigitte Thunder, 2022
Hand-pulled acrylic and oil based ink screen print on linen with diamond dust in misty rose
51 x 65 in ; 129.5 x 165.1 cm
Edition
Signed, 1/1
About this work
This striking screen print captures an iconic moment in cinematic glamour through Russell Young's distinctive technique. The artist employs hand-pulled acrylic and oil-based inks on linen, creating a luminous portrait that shimmers with applied diamond dust in misty rose. The combination of media produces a uniquely textured surface that shifts in different lighting conditions, while the soft pink hue lends an ethereal quality to the composition. Young's process merges Pop Art sensibilities with contemporary luxury, transforming a cultural icon into a meditative study of fame and beauty. Created in 2022, this work exemplifies Young's continued exploration of celebrity and myth-making in American culture. The substantial scale and meticulous hand-pulled technique ensure each impression possesses distinct characteristics, making this a unique variant within the edition. The diamond dust application adds both literal and metaphorical brilliance, elevating the print beyond traditional screen printing into the realm of precious object. This piece represents an important addition to any collection focused on contemporary Pop Art or celebrity iconography. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.
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Auction History
AUDREY HEPBURN, "IN MY LIFE, WHY DO I SMILE AT PEOPLE WHO I'D MUCH RATHER KICK IN THE EYE?" · Russell Young · Sotheby's · 2020-03 · $8,750
Brigitte Bardot (Yellow) · Russell Young · Christie's · 2025-07 · $1,764
BRIGITTE BARDOT · Russell Young · Sotheby's · 2020-02 · $0
BRIGITTE BARDOT · Russell Young · Sotheby's · 2019-12 · $3,750
BRIGITTE BARDOT · Russell Young · Sotheby's · 2019-11 · $10,625
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About the Icons Series
Russell Young's Icons series stands as a defining body of work in contemporary pop art, celebrating the cultural figures who shaped modern fame and legend. Through screenprinting and mixed media techniques, Young reimagines portraits of Marilyn Monroe, James Dean, Jim Morrison, and Brigitte Bardot—subjects that have captivated the world across decades. Each work captures the duality of celebrity: the glamour and the tragedy beneath the surface.
Young's approach to these legendary figures demonstrates his mastery of color, repetition, and composition, transforming iconic photographs into vibrant contemporary statements. The series explores themes of immortality, cultural obsession, and the human cost of fame. Works like Marilyn Glamour—available in multiple colorways including striking pink and black-and-white editions—showcase the artist's ability to recontextualize familiar imagery with fresh aesthetic power.
The Icons series remains highly collectable, representing a significant moment in pop art's evolution and commanding strong market interest among serious collectors. Enquire for current availability and acquisition of these sought-after works.
About Russell Young
Russell Young is a British artist known for his bold screenprinted paintings of cultural icons — Marilyn Monroe, Elvis, Diana, and others — overlaid with dripping enamel and glitter. Working in the tradition of Pop Art, Young investigates celebrity, image, and the gap between icon and reality. His work is represented by Guy Hepner in New York.