Warhol Yves Saint Laurent – Fashion Designer Lithograph

Limited Edition 86/200

Archival Lithograph

1979

Andy Warhol’s 1979 lithograph of Yves Saint Laurent is an intriguing addition to Warhol's series of celebrity portraits, highlighting the artist's fascination with figures from the fashion world. Yves Saint Laurent, a towering figure in haute couture, was known for revolutionizing fashion with his innovative designs and remains an icon of style and sophistication.

The archival lithograph features Warhol’s signature style: a combination of bold colors, striking contrasts, and a focus on the subject’s most recognizable features. Warhol’s use of the lithographic medium in this work allows for a smooth, graphic quality that emphasizes the glossy, larger-than-life aspect of public persona. The print reflects Warhol’s interest in the interplay between the public and private selves of celebrities, capturing the enigmatic presence in a way that both venerates and distills his image.