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  • Andy Warhol Space Fruit: Oranges

    Andy Warhol Space Fruit: Oranges (F & S II.197)

    Space Fruit: Oranges (1978) is a rare screenprint by Andy Warhol from an edition of just ten, created just prior to his wider Space Fruit still life series. In this striking composition, Warhol reimagines the traditional still life through the lens of Pop Art and abstraction. By juxtaposing vivid colour with stark monochrome, he transforms a familiar subject into something cosmic and conceptually daring. The work exemplifies Warhol’s revolutionary approach to screen printing, elevating everyday fruit into a meditation on space, light, and perception.

     

    Artist: Andy Warhol
    Title: Space Fruit: Oranges
    Year: 1978
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Feldman & Schellmann Andy Warhol Prints: a Catalogue Raisonné 1962-1987, (F & S II.197)
    Medium: Screenprint on Strathmore Bristol paper
    Edition:  10 signed and numbered examples, plus proofs
    Size: 76.2 x 101.6 cm (30 x 40 inches)
    Printer: Rupert Jasen Smith, New York
    Publisher: Andy Warhol Enterprises, Inc., New York

     

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  • About Andy Warhol Space Fruit: Oranges

    In Space Fruit: Oranges, two radiant oranges sit before four rendered in black and white, creating a dramatic interplay between colour and shadow. The dark void-like background evokes outer space, while the heavy shadows beneath the monochrome fruit resemble black holes, reinforcing the celestial theme. Warhol’s treatment of fruit as immaterial and abstract challenges centuries of still life tradition, from classical painting to Impressionism. Instead of naturalistic depiction, he embraces flatness, repetition, and graphic contrast. The work also resonates with America’s fascination with space exploration during the 1960s and 70s. In 1962, Warhol even participated in a NASA art initiative, aligning his forward-thinking aesthetic with the era’s technological optimism. Here, he merges Pop Art innovation with cosmic imagination, redefining the possibilities of still life.

     

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    Edition Notes: 

    Space Fruit: Oranges was published in an edition of 10 impressions, plus proofs. Generally, proofs and standard edition examples can differ in market value depending on rarity and condition. 

     

    Signature:

    The print is signed and numbered in pencil lower left. The presence and clarity of the embossed signature is an important factor and feature in authentication and value assessment.

     

    Condition:

    Given the age and rarity of Space Fruit: Oranges, condition is a critical factor in determining value. Each example we handle is carefully examined for foxing, time-staining, handling marks, edge wear, or tears, all of which can impact desirability and price.

     

    Provenance:

    Where possible, provenance is researched and documented: exhibition history, collection records, and publication references can significantly enhance confidence and value for collectors.

     

    Pricing and Value Guidance:

    Due to scarcity and private market activity, prices for Andy Warhol's Space Fruit: Oranges, can vary widely. As a general guide, values are influenced by: overall condition; edition size; whether it's signed; proof versus standard edition; provenance; and current market demand for early Warhol prints. 

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    Is Space Fruit: Oranges Andy Warhol's first print?

    No it is not Warhol's first print. It is part of the Space Fruit portfolio published in 1979. These screenprints, featuring subjects like oranges, apples, and peaches, were created late in his career, bridging his 1970s work with the 1980s.

     

    Is Space Fruit: oranges signed by Andy Warhol?

    The print is signed in pencil lowert left.

     

    How rare is Andy Warhol's Space Fruit: oranges?

    Andy Warhol's Space Fruit: oramges is considered vert rare due to its limited edition size of 10 impresssions and its inclusion in a significant portfolio.

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Space Fruit: oranges privately?

    Yes. We regularly source this print for collectors through our private and trusted network.

     

    How much is Andy Warhol's Space Fruit: oranges worth?

    Values vary based on condition, edition type, and provenance. Please do contact Andipa Editions for current market guidance; we'd be delighted to assist you.

     

     

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    If you own an original Space Fruit: Oranges print by Andy Warhol and are considering selling, Andipa Editions would be delighted to assist and present it to our collectors on your behalf. We offer confidential, no-obligation valuations based on current market conditions and can advise on the most appropriate route to market; handling authentication, marketing, and negotiation on your behalf and support this collaborative selling journey at every step.

     

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    Andipa Editions has six decades of experience advising collectors across the world on the acquisition of important prints by Andy Warhol. If Space Fruit: Oranges  is not currently available, we can actively source this work privately, conduct full due diligence, prepare condition reports, and manage all logistics, including framing, insured shipping, and international delivery to ensure it reaches you safely and smoothly.

     

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