Athletes (Warhol series)

Athletes
ArtistAndy Warhol
Year1977
MediumAcrylic and silkscreen ink on linen
MovementPop Art

Athletes is a 1977 series of silkscreen portraits by American artist Andy Warhol. Commissioned by art collector Richard Weisman, the series consists of ten silkscreen portraits depicting renowned sports figures of the era. The paintings apply Warhol's Pop Art approach to athletic celebrity, reflecting the growing cultural and commercial prominence of sports. The works are regarded as a significant extension of Warhol's exploration of fame beyond film and popular entertainment.

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