Andy Warhol: Flowers, Galerie Ileana Sonnabend Paris (1965)
Exhibition catalogue
Publisher: Galerie Ileana Sonnabend, Paris
Artist: Andy Warhol (1928–1987)
Title: Flowers
Publication date: 1965
Contributors: Text by Otto Hahn
Dimensions: 14.6 × 14.6 cm (5.5 x 5.5 in.)
Pages: Unpaginated
Languages: French
Edition: First editionAbout
In May 1965, Andy Warhol held an exhibition titled "Andy Warhol" at Galerie Ileana Sonnabend in Paris. This exhibition featured his renowned "Flowers" series, which showcased his innovative approach to mass-produced imagery and vibrant color palettes.
The exhibition was accompanied by a distinctive catalogue, measuring 5.5 x 5.5 inches (14.6 x 14.6 cm), comprising 12 pages. The cover featured a blue screen-printed image of four blue flowers, a motif central to the series. Text within the catalogue was written in French by Otto Hahn.
This exhibition marked a significant moment in Warhol's career, highlighting his transition from commercial illustration to fine art and solidifying his status as a leading figure in the Pop Art movement.
It was at the opening of the Flowers show at the Ileana Sonnabend Gallery that Warhol's comment about being a retired artist was picked up by a journalist by The New York Times. In Popism Warhol's casual comment is given the significance of an important announcement that the artist had been thinking about making for a considerable time: "I was having so much fun in Paris that I decided it was the place to make the announcement I'd been thinking about making for months: I was going to retire from painting." The announcement has been likened to Marcel Duchamp's retirement from art during the 1920s. In reality, neither artist stopped producing work.
Andy Warhol (1928–1987)
Andy Warhol was a leading figure in the Pop Art movement, renowned for his works that blurred the boundaries between high art and popular culture. Warhol's iconic creations, such as his Campbell's Soup Cans and Marilyn Monroe silkscreens, utilized mass production techniques to challenge traditional artistic norms and celebrate consumerism. His New York studio, The Factory, became a cultural hub for artists, musicians, and celebrities. Warhol's influence extended beyond visual arts into film, music, and publishing, making him a pivotal figure in 20th-century art and culture. His legacy endures through his groundbreaking approach to art and his commentary on the intersection of art, commerce, and celebrity culture .
Condition: Good overall condition (Integrity and authenticity). Slight age toning (see pics).
Provenance: Galerie IIeana Sonnabend, Paris. Acquired from a private collection in Portugal. Ownership: Monginho Collection
Exhibition catalogue
Publisher: Galerie Ileana Sonnabend, Paris
Artist: Andy Warhol (1928–1987)
Title: Flowers
Publication date: 1965
Contributors: Text by Otto Hahn
Dimensions: 14.6 × 14.6 cm (5.5 x 5.5 in.)
Pages: Unpaginated
Languages: French
Edition: First editionAbout
In May 1965, Andy Warhol held an exhibition titled "Andy Warhol" at Galerie Ileana Sonnabend in Paris. This exhibition featured his renowned "Flowers" series, which showcased his innovative approach to mass-produced imagery and vibrant color palettes.
The exhibition was accompanied by a distinctive catalogue, measuring 5.5 x 5.5 inches (14.6 x 14.6 cm), comprising 12 pages. The cover featured a blue screen-printed image of four blue flowers, a motif central to the series. Text within the catalogue was written in French by Otto Hahn.
This exhibition marked a significant moment in Warhol's career, highlighting his transition from commercial illustration to fine art and solidifying his status as a leading figure in the Pop Art movement.
It was at the opening of the Flowers show at the Ileana Sonnabend Gallery that Warhol's comment about being a retired artist was picked up by a journalist by The New York Times. In Popism Warhol's casual comment is given the significance of an important announcement that the artist had been thinking about making for a considerable time: "I was having so much fun in Paris that I decided it was the place to make the announcement I'd been thinking about making for months: I was going to retire from painting." The announcement has been likened to Marcel Duchamp's retirement from art during the 1920s. In reality, neither artist stopped producing work.
Andy Warhol (1928–1987)
Andy Warhol was a leading figure in the Pop Art movement, renowned for his works that blurred the boundaries between high art and popular culture. Warhol's iconic creations, such as his Campbell's Soup Cans and Marilyn Monroe silkscreens, utilized mass production techniques to challenge traditional artistic norms and celebrate consumerism. His New York studio, The Factory, became a cultural hub for artists, musicians, and celebrities. Warhol's influence extended beyond visual arts into film, music, and publishing, making him a pivotal figure in 20th-century art and culture. His legacy endures through his groundbreaking approach to art and his commentary on the intersection of art, commerce, and celebrity culture .
Condition: Good overall condition (Integrity and authenticity). Slight age toning (see pics).
Provenance: Galerie IIeana Sonnabend, Paris. Acquired from a private collection in Portugal. Ownership: Monginho Collection
Exhibition catalogue
Publisher: Galerie Ileana Sonnabend, Paris
Artist: Andy Warhol (1928–1987)
Title: Flowers
Publication date: 1965
Contributors: Text by Otto Hahn
Dimensions: 14.6 × 14.6 cm (5.5 x 5.5 in.)
Pages: Unpaginated
Languages: French
Edition: First editionAbout
In May 1965, Andy Warhol held an exhibition titled "Andy Warhol" at Galerie Ileana Sonnabend in Paris. This exhibition featured his renowned "Flowers" series, which showcased his innovative approach to mass-produced imagery and vibrant color palettes.
The exhibition was accompanied by a distinctive catalogue, measuring 5.5 x 5.5 inches (14.6 x 14.6 cm), comprising 12 pages. The cover featured a blue screen-printed image of four blue flowers, a motif central to the series. Text within the catalogue was written in French by Otto Hahn.
This exhibition marked a significant moment in Warhol's career, highlighting his transition from commercial illustration to fine art and solidifying his status as a leading figure in the Pop Art movement.
It was at the opening of the Flowers show at the Ileana Sonnabend Gallery that Warhol's comment about being a retired artist was picked up by a journalist by The New York Times. In Popism Warhol's casual comment is given the significance of an important announcement that the artist had been thinking about making for a considerable time: "I was having so much fun in Paris that I decided it was the place to make the announcement I'd been thinking about making for months: I was going to retire from painting." The announcement has been likened to Marcel Duchamp's retirement from art during the 1920s. In reality, neither artist stopped producing work.
Andy Warhol (1928–1987)
Andy Warhol was a leading figure in the Pop Art movement, renowned for his works that blurred the boundaries between high art and popular culture. Warhol's iconic creations, such as his Campbell's Soup Cans and Marilyn Monroe silkscreens, utilized mass production techniques to challenge traditional artistic norms and celebrate consumerism. His New York studio, The Factory, became a cultural hub for artists, musicians, and celebrities. Warhol's influence extended beyond visual arts into film, music, and publishing, making him a pivotal figure in 20th-century art and culture. His legacy endures through his groundbreaking approach to art and his commentary on the intersection of art, commerce, and celebrity culture .
Condition: Good overall condition (Integrity and authenticity). Slight age toning (see pics).
Provenance: Galerie IIeana Sonnabend, Paris. Acquired from a private collection in Portugal. Ownership: Monginho Collection