
Mao
1973
This portrait presents a stylized head and shoulders composition rendered in bold, contrasting colors. The subject is depicted with a pale yellow face against a vibrant blue background, while the lower portion of the composition features a striking red field. The image employs simplified forms and limited color palette characteristic of Pop Art printmaking techniques, creating a striking visual impact through the interplay of primary colors and strong outlines.
- Medium
- acrylic and silkscreen ink on canvas
- Overall
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
Notes
Contemporary Day Auction, Sotheby's, sale on 2026-05-15.
🔨 Auction Lot
Contemporary Day Auction
May 15, 2026
Estimate: $500,000 – $700,000
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