description Andy Warhol - Flowers (1970) Overview
Flowers (1970) is a portfolio of ten screenprints by Andy Warhol, based on a color photograph of hibiscus blossoms originally published in the June 1964 issue of Modern Photography magazine, taken by Patricia Caulfield. Warhol had earlier used the same source image for his 1964–65 Flowers paintings, and Caulfield later sued over unauthorized use of the photograph. The 1970 portfolios were published in editions and printed by Factory Additions. Each print measures 36 by 36 inches and employs Warhol's characteristic flat color application.
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What is the source image for Andy Warhol's Flowers (1970) portfolio?
The artwork is based on a color photograph of hibiscus blossoms originally published in the June 1964 issue of Modern Photography magazine. The photo was taken by Patricia Caulfield, who later sued Warhol for unauthorized use of her copyrighted image.
How many screenprints are included in the Flowers (1970) portfolio?
The Flowers (1970) series is a portfolio consisting of ten distinct screenprints. Each print features different vibrant color combinations applied to the same floral composition, showcasing Warhol's obsession with mass-produced repetition.
Did Warhol use the same flower image in any of his earlier works?
Yes, Warhol first used this exact source image for his highly acclaimed 1964 Factory paintings. The 1970 screenprint portfolio was an extension of that earlier, highly successful exploration of mass-produced nature.
What is the estimated value of an original Flowers (1970) print today?
Individual prints from the Flowers (1970) portfolio regularly sell for hundreds of thousands of dollars at major auction houses like Christie's and Sotheby's. Complete, intact portfolios are rarer and command significantly higher prices in the contemporary art market.
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