Andy Warhol
In 2022, a watershed moment for the art world and Pop market occurred in May at Christie’s, with the sale of Andy Warhol‘s Shot Sage Blue Marilyn — for US$195 million (the pre-sale estimate was US$200-$300 million). The fact that some veteran market observers expressed disappointment in the price speaks volumes about how far the art market has come.
The sale also brought the demand for “Marilyn” prints into high relief. This iconic series remains the acme of the Warhol print market. Yet, as expensive as they’ve become, you sense there’s still room for price growth.
Pop Art and Warhol expert Richard Polsky has offered some advice to collectors currently looking in this market:
“One facet of the Andy Warhol print market, which has lagged behind the price curve, are his “Self-Portraits.” The silver offset lithograph, Self-Portrait (1966), featuring his so-called “Mum Voyeur” pose, is one of the most overlooked prints of his career. Despite its large edition size of 300, it’s hard to find one in good condition (and worth paying a premium for).
A later “Self-Portrait” from the “Myths” series, with Andy cast in the role of the Shadow, is due to be re-evaluated (upward) by the market.”
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