Original 1985 Andy Warhol Gallery Opening Advertisement Reigning Queens Exhibition Queen Beatrix Of Netherlands Vintage Poster
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Item details
Height
43.18 cm
Width
27.94 cm
Wear conditions
Good
Wear conditions
Excellent
Shows little to no signs of wear and tear.
Good
May show slight traces of use in keeping with age. Most vintage and antique items fit into this condition.
Average
Likely to show signs of some light scratching and ageing but still remains in a fair condition.
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Visible signs of previous use including scratches, chips or stains.
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Description
This listing is for a rare original 1985 advertisement for the opening of Andy Warhol’s Reigning Queens exhibition at Castelli Uptown Gallery in Manhattan. This fine example features Queen Beatrix of Netherlands.
Created in 1985, “Reigning Queens” is Andy Warhol’s largest portfolio of silkscreen prints. The series features 16 colorful prints portraying four ruling queens at that time: Queen Elizabeth II of England, Queen Beatrix of Netherlands, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, and Queen Ntombi Twala of Swaziland. Notably, “Reigning Queens” only includes queens who assumed the throne by birthright, not through marriage. Warhol, who was fascinated by universal images, based these silkscreens on the queens’ official state portraits, choosing these depictions because they were often mass-produced on stamps and currency. In 2012, England’s Queen Elizabeth II celebrated 60 years on the throne by buying four of Warhol’s portraits of her for the Royal Collection, bringing the Pop artist one step closer to his notorious wish: “I want to be as famous as the Queen of England.”
Based on official or media photographs, Warhol incorporated abstract blocks of color that, although screen-printed, appear collaged. He also combined printed elements derived from drawings, which emphasize details such as jewelry. A Royal edition of the portfolio was published that incorporated diamond dust. The by-product of the manufacture of industrial-grade diamonds, this dust gave the prints a sparkly, extravagant effect.
These original print advertisements rarely appear for sale, especially in such fine condition. This example has only slight tanning around the edges due to its age. It has never been folded or framed. Payment via PayPal. Shipping to confirmed address only. Signature required upon delivery. If you like this item, check out my other listings featuring Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol.
*Frame Specifications (if purchased with frame): Wooden Modern Box Frame, with a white, black or natural wood (oak) finish. Our frames come ready to hang or stand portrait or landscape. Each frame comes with a quality backing board and hanging hooks; All frames are fitted with high clarity styrene safety sheet, which has the same clarity as glass.
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Additional dimensions information:
Height: 17 inches Width: 11 inches, Frame Specifications (if purchased with frame): 11X17 Wooden Modern Box Frame, with a white, black or natural wood (oak) finish. The molding measures(approx) 26mm in width and 22mm in depth.
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