* 1928 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. † 1987 in New York City, USA
American artist
Known for: Pop art
Notable works: Campbell's Soup Cans (1962), Marilyn Diptych (1962)
Art historical context: Pop Art (Co-founder and main representative)
Exhibited works
Sleep, 1963. 2nd | B | B/W, silent, 16mm, 311 min. The film is considered the first experimental film by Andy Warhol and shows nothing but a naked, sleeping man (John Giorno). Performed on January 17, 1964, at the Gramercy Arts Theater in Manhattan. (excerpt)
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Invisible Sculpture, 1985. 1st | B | The work is based on the fact that Andy Warhol stood on a pedestal in New York's Area night club and then got down. In addition to the empty place, a sign was placed that read: "Andy Warhol, USA / Invisible Sculpture / Mixed Media 1985." | |
Links Andy Warhol Museum | MoMA | Gagosian Gallery | Film | Sound
Credits All reproductions © 2014, ProLitteris, Zurich |