Print Guide: Andy Warhol Banana (F & S II.10) For Sale: Andy Warhol’s Banana (1966) print guide. Learn about value, edition details, and how to buy or sell this rare early Warhol print with Andipa Editions. See price and availability below.

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    Andy Warhol Banana (F & S II.10)

    Banana is one of Andy Warhol’s most recognisable screenprints, produced in 1966 and forever associated with The Velvet Underground & Nico album cover. Elevating a commonplace object into an enduring Pop Art icon, the work reflects Warhol’s ongoing fascination with mass production, consumer goods, and visual repetition. Rendered in bold yellow and black, the image demonstrates Warhol’s mastery of screenprinting and his embrace of imperfection. Banana exemplifies how Warhol transformed the everyday into something provocative and culturally charged, allowing a simple piece of fruit to become one of the most iconic images of twentieth-century art.

     

    Artist: Andy Warhol
    Title: Banana
    Year: 1966
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Feldman & Schellmann Andy Warhol Prints: a Catalogue Raisonné 1962-1987, (F & S II.10)
    Medium: Screenprint on Styrene
    Edition:  Approximately 300, plus proofs
    Size: 61 x 135.3 cm (24 x 53 1/4 inches)
    Printer: Unknown
    Publisher: Andy Warhol, New York

     

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  • About Andy Warhol Banana

    Produced in 1966, Banana is an Andy Warhol screenprint that epitomises his ability to elevate the everyday to the status of art. Printed in striking yellow and black, the image reveals the expressive qualities of the silkscreen process, from uneven ink distribution to its bold graphic impact. The banana was printed onto laminated plastic and styrene, functioning like a movable sticker, further blurring distinctions between art object and commercial product. Its association with The Velvet Underground & Nico cemented its place in popular culture, to the extent that disputes later arose over ownership of the image. Like Warhol’s earlier Campbell’s Soup Can works, Banana reflects his fascination with food, fetishisation, and mass reproduction. The print demonstrates how Warhol’s imagery could transcend its original context and take on an independent cultural life of its own.

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  • Andy Warhol Banana (F & S II.10) Detail

    Edition Notes: 

    Banana was published in an edition of approximately 300. Generally, proofs and standard edition examples can differ in market value depending on rarity and condition. 

     

    Signature:

    Some have a stamped signature on recto; some signed on verso, a characteristic feature of early Warhol prints. 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 Banana, 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 Banana 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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    FAQs

    Is Banana Andy Warhol's first print?

    No. Banana is, however, one of his most iconic and widely recognized pop art prints.

     

    Is Banana signed by Andy Warhol?

    Some have a stamped signature on recto; some signed on verso, a characteristic feature of early Warhol prints. 

     

    How rare is Andy Warhol's Banana?

    Banana is considered very rare, with an original edition size of approximately 300. This is a low number for such an iconic image and makes authentic, signed copies highly sought after in the art world.

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Banana privately?

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

     

    How much is Andy Warhol's Banana 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 Banana 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 Banana  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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