Ryan Jones
Warhol
Oil
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Andy Warhol is the king of Pop Art, and this piece brings together some of the most recognizable references from his career with a more personal look at the man...
Andy Warhol is the king of Pop Art, and this piece brings together some of the most recognizable references from his career with a more personal look at the man behind the art. Marilyn is one of his most iconic subjects and represents his fascination with celebrity, beauty, and fame. Above her is the Mercedes-Benz, referencing Warhol’s 1986 Cars series, one of the final major projects of his career. Then there’s the Patek Philippe. Patek is one of the most prestigious watchmakers in the world, and Warhol was a serious watch collector himself.
This rare 1950s model adds a more personal element to the piece and speaks to his appreciation for exceptional design beyond his own work. Each image reveals a different side of Warhol, from celebrity and Pop Art to design and collecting. Together, they create a portrait of someone whose influence reached far beyond the art world and continues to shape popular culture today.
This rare 1950s model adds a more personal element to the piece and speaks to his appreciation for exceptional design beyond his own work. Each image reveals a different side of Warhol, from celebrity and Pop Art to design and collecting. Together, they create a portrait of someone whose influence reached far beyond the art world and continues to shape popular culture today.
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