Shot Marylins (1964) is one of Andy Warhol's most celebrated works, part of his iconic series devoted to Marilyn Monroe, made shortly after the actress's death. The work consists of repetitions of Marilyn's face, produced by silkscreen, with vivid, contrasting colours that create an immediate visual impact. The term “Shot” derives from Warhol's performative gesture, who literally shot the paintings with a paint gun, adding drama and tension to the image.
The colour variations between the different versions emphasise the iconic and artificial nature of celebrity, transforming Marilyn's face into a symbol of fame, desire and media commodification. Shot Marylins explores the relationship between life, death and pop culture, underlining how images of celebrities are consumed, reproduced and idealised by society. The work combines irony, glamour and a powerful emotional charge, making it a masterpiece of Pop Art.
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Print on handmade Amalfi paper Sheet size: 29 x 42 cm (11.4 x 16.5 in) With frame: 31 x 44 cm (12.2 x 17.3 in) Material: artwork printed on very fine handmade Amalfi paper with deckled edges Frame: light brown beech wood and wood pulp, handmade
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