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Mao 96
Fine art by Andy Warhol silkscreen. This striking portrait is part of Andy Warhol's "Mao" series, a collection of screenprints executed in 1972. The specific image provided corresponds to Mao FS II.96 (also known as Mao #96), characterized by its vibrant red face and expressive, gestural brushstrokes.About the Artwork: Artist: Andy Warhol (1928–1987), a leading figure in the Pop Art movement.Subject: Mao Zedong, the Chinese communist leader.Origin: Warhol based these prints on the official portrait found in the "Little Red Book". Significance: This series marked Warhol's move toward exploring political power and global celebrity, transforming a massive propaganda image into a commodified piece of Pop Art.
Editions: The original 1972 portfolio consisted of 10 different screenprints, each published in an edition of 250, plus 50 artist's proofs.
Mao 96 (Poster)