Liz #3 [Early Colored Liz]

Andy Warhol

Created:
Movement:
1963
Pop Art
key Notes:
Celebrity portraiture, vibrant color palette
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Dimensions:
101.6 × 101.6 cm (40 × 40 in.)
medium:
Acrylic and silkscreen ink on linen
story of the work:

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Liz #3 [Early Colored Liz] by Andy Warhol

Liz #3 [Early Colored Liz], created in 1963 by Andy Warhol, is a notable example of the artist's use of acrylic and silkscreen ink on linen. This work is part of Warhol's iconic series of portraits depicting Elizabeth Taylor, a prominent Hollywood actress of the time. Warhol's choice to portray Taylor reflects his fascination with celebrity culture and the commodification of fame, themes central to his oeuvre. The use of silkscreen printing allowed Warhol to produce multiple versions of the image, emphasizing the reproducibility of celebrity images in mass media. Warhol, a leading figure in the Pop Art movement, challenged traditional notions of art by blurring the boundaries between high art and popular culture. His work, including Liz #3, continues to influence contemporary art and discussions around media and celebrity.

Description of the work:

Liz #3 [Early Colored Liz] by Andy Warhol

Created in 1963, Andy Warhol's "Liz #3 [Early Colored Liz]" employs acrylic and silkscreen ink on linen to depict the iconic actress Elizabeth Taylor, showcasing Warhol's signature pop art style that emphasizes celebrity culture and mass media. The artwork is characterized by its vibrant color palette and repetitive imagery, reflecting Warhol's fascination with fame and consumerism.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Liz #3 [Early Colored Liz]