Andy Warhol Goethe F.S. II 271 For Sale

Edition

Edition of 100 plus 5 PP, 2 EP, 6 HC (three of which are numbered in Roman numerals) , 22 AP and 15 TP

This vibrant screen print depicts Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, the revered German writer and statesman, rendered in Warhol's signature Pop Art style. The portrait shows Goethe in profile against a bold turquoise background, with electric pink and yellow accents that transform the eighteenth-century figure into an icon of contemporary visual culture. Warhol's distinctive screen printing technique flattens the image into areas of saturated color, while maintaining the classical composure of the original source material. The square format and generous scale create a commanding presence that exemplifies Warhol's talent for bridging historical gravitas with modern aesthetic sensibility. Created near the end of Warhol's career, this work demonstrates his sustained interest in democratizing portraiture by treating cultural luminaries with the same approach he applied to celebrities and consumer products. The Goethe series represents Warhol's engagement with European intellectual heritage, making it particularly significant for collectors interested in his later explorations beyond American pop culture. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.