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On the death of Andy Warhol, in The Village Voice...
On the death of Andy Warhol, in The Village Voice...
Item # 717977
March 03, 1987
THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, March 3, 1987
* re. Andy Warhol's death
* Pop artist movement
As most might be aware "The Village Voice" was an American news and culture paper, known for being the country's first alternative newsweekly. It introduced free-form, high-spirited, and passionate journalism into the public discourse a tradition it maintained throughout its 60+ year history.
The top of the ftpg. has a teaser notice concerning the famed pop artist Andy Warhol.
Page 3 has a photo showing Warhol standing in front of his Brillo Boxes. (see image)
Page 14 is entirely taken up with an article on him. He died on Feb. 22. The article is titled: "The Artist, The Artist, and the Pop Star" with a "Self-Portrait, 1967) photo of him.
Andy Warhol, as a leader in the pop art world of that time, was a perfect fit for the readers of the Village Voice.
AI notes: Andy Warhol died on February 22, 1987, at the age of 58. He passed away in New York City from complications following a routine gallbladder surgery at New York Hospital. Although the operation itself was considered relatively simple, Warhol suffered a sudden cardiac arrhythmia shortly afterward. His unexpected death shocked the art world and prompted discussions about the quality of his medical care. Warhol, a leading figure in the Pop Art movement, was renowned for transforming everyday commercial imagery—like Campbell's soup cans and Marilyn Monroe portraits—into iconic works of modern art. At the time of his death, he was an internationally celebrated artist, filmmaker, and cultural icon. His passing marked the end of an era in contemporary art, and his legacy continues to influence artists and popular culture worldwide.
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their was really no reason to save it at the time.
Complete in 140 pages, tabloid-size, folded at the center, nice condition.
Alert: Many issues of The Village Voice contain articles and/or photos which some consider offensive, and are certainly inappropriate for children. Please purchase with discretion.
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