Andy Warhol: the complete textiles and fashion

Abstract

"This visually stunning volume is the first to document in its entirety Andy Warhol's graphically charged and occasionally whimsical work in textiles and fashion. Spanning more than three decades, this book highlights a littleknown [sic] but influential aspect of Warhol's creative output: his inventive use of printed fabrics and wearable design. From roller-printed cottons and border patterns in the 1950s to screen-printed garments in the '70s and '80s, these works reveal the foundations of his Pop aesthetic : serial imagery, commercial motifs, and a playful engagement with surface and form. His designs appeared on T-shirts, handkerchiefs, silk scarves, underwear, and jackets: everyday items he purchased off the rack and transformed through image and repetition. These early textile creations also mark a crucial step in his artistic development, serving as the origin of the serialization that would define his entire body of work. Featuring over 200 illustrations, many previously unpublished, the book showcases Warhol's collaborations with manufacturers and designers, including projects with Stephen Sprouse, Halston, and Interview magazine. It also includes promotional pieces, garments made from his textiles, and rare ephemera that place these creations within the broader context of mid-century and postmodern design. Rich in detail and visual flair, this book is essential for Warhol admirers and anyone interested in the crosscurrents of art, clothing, and design" -- Publisher's website.

Contents

Foreword -- Methodology -- Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- I. The 1950s: a start in serials -- II. The 1960s: new mediums, new frontiers, new art -- III. The 1970s: from adapting fashion to creating his own -- IV. The 1980s: for textiles only -- V. Promotional textiles: 1975-1987 -- Catalog -- Index -- Image credits.