Andy Warhol U.N Stamp Print (F & S II.185) For Sale

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    Andy Warhol U.N Stamp (F & S II.185)

    U.N. Stamp (1979) is a lithograph by Andy Warhol published by the United Nations to raise funds for the educational initiatives of the World Federation of United Nations Associations. The print reproduces and reimagines a contemporary United Nations postage stamp, transforming a utilitarian design into a vivid work of Pop Art. As one of Warhol’s most prominent fundraising projects, the work demonstrates how his instantly recognisable style could serve not only commercial and cultural spheres, but also global humanitarian causes.

    Artist: Andy Warhol
    Title: U.N Stamp
    Year: 1979
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Feldman & Schellmann Andy Warhol Prints: a Catalogue Raisonné 1962-1987, (F & S II.185)
    Medium: Offset lithograph on Rives paper; this philatelic art print has a stamp with a first-day cover cancellation done to accompany a new issue of United Nations stamps
    Edition:  100 signed and numbered examples, plus proofs
    Size: 21.6 x 27.9 cm (8.5 x 11 inches); image 17.8 x 21.6 cm (7 x 8.5 inches)
    Printer: United Nations
    Publisher: United Nations Disater Releif Organization

     

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  • About Andy Warhol U.N Stamp

    In U.N. Stamp, Warhol arranges curved and rectangular shapes in bold, overlapping colours, evoking ideas of unity, diversity, and international cooperation — principles central to the United Nations’ mission. The composition’s interlocking forms symbolically suggest coexistence among nations, rendered through Warhol’s graphic precision. Each print bears a prominent felt-tip signature along the right edge and a smaller signature in the lower corner, reinforcing its collectible status. While Warhol had previously created works for charitable causes, such as supporting the Merce Cunningham Dance Company, this project stands apart for its global scope. The print also recalls his earlier engagement with stamp imagery in S&H Green Stamps, signalling continuity in his fascination with everyday symbols of exchange, value, and circulation.

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  • U.N stamp Detail Andy Warhol

    Edition Notes: 

    U.N Stamps  was published in an edition of 1000 impressions, along with additional proofs numbered in Roman numerals.Published to raise funds for the educational programs of the World Federation of United Nations Associations. 500 have a U.S stamp and 500 have a Sqiss stamp. Generally, proofs and standard edition examples can differ in market value depending on rarity and condition. 

     

    Signature:

    The print is signed in felt tip pen vertically along the right margin ad numbered in pencil, lower center. There is also a small printed signature lower right. 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 U.N Stamp, 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 U.N Stamp 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 U.N Stamp Andy Warhol's first print?

    No, U.N Stamp is not Andy Warhol's first print. While it is a significant, officially commissioned work created for the World Federation of United Nations Associations, Warhol began creating his famous screenprints in the early 1960s.

     

    Is U.N Stamp signed by Andy Warhol?

    1,000 signed in felt pen vertically along the right margin and numbered in pencil lower center. There is also a small printed signature lower right; 500 have a U.S. stamp, and 500 have a Swiss stamp.

     

    How rare is Andy Warhol's U.N Stamp?

    Andy Warhol's U.N. Stamp is a moderately limited, highly accessible Warhol print rather than a "rare" piece in the traditional sense, though it is a sought-after collectible. It was created in 1979 as a limited edition of 1,000 hand-signed copies.

     

    Can Andipa Editions source U.N stamp privately?

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

     

    How much is Andy Warhol's U.N Stamp 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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