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Andy Warhol, The Shadow (FS II.267), 1981

Andy Warhol American, 1928-1987

The Shadow (FS II.267), 1981
Screenprint on Lenox Museum Board
96.5 x 96.5 cm
37 99/100 x 37 99/100 in.
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In The Shadow (FS II.267), Andy Warhol presents a self-portrait that merges his likeness with that of the iconic pulp hero, The Shadow. The composition features Warhol's profile rendered in...
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In The Shadow (FS II.267), Andy Warhol presents a self-portrait that merges his likeness with that of the iconic pulp hero, The Shadow. The composition features Warhol's profile rendered in a warm red hue, juxtaposed against a stark black-and-white silhouette. The figure stands slightly off-center, with the shadowy profile casting an elongated shadow that stretches across the canvas. This interplay of light and shadow creates a dynamic tension, blurring the lines between reality and fiction. The use of diamond dust adds a subtle sparkle, enhancing the ethereal quality of the piece. As part of Warhol's Myths series, this work reflects his fascination with American pop culture and his ability to transform familiar figures into contemporary icons. The Shadow exemplifies Warhol's unique approach to portraiture, where celebrity and identity intersect in a realm of stylized abstraction.
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