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    Andy Warhol Mildred Scheel (F & S II.238)

    Mildred Scheel  is a refined screenprint portrait by Andy Warhol depicting Mildred Scheel, physician and wife of Walter Scheel, President of the Federal Republic of Germany. Created during Warhol’s prolific period of international portrait commissions, the work reflects his engagement with prominent political and cultural figures beyond the United States. While maintaining his signature Pop Art sensibility, Warhol tempers exuberance with restraint, producing a composition that mirrors Scheel’s dignified public persona and professional gravitas.

     

    Artist: Andy Warhol
    Title: Cooking Pot 
    Year: 1980
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Feldman & Schellmann Andy Warhol Prints: a Catalogue Raisonné 1962-1987, (F & S II.238)
    Medium: Screenprint with Diamond Dust on Arches 88 Paper
    Edition:  1000 impressions signed and numbered in pencil lower right, plus proofs.
    Size: 77.5 x 54.6 cm (30.5 x 21.5 inches)
    Printer: Rupert Jasen Smith, New York
    Publisher: Deutsche Krebshilfe e.V., Cologne, Germany

     

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  • About Andy Warhol Mildred Scheel

    In this portrait, Mildred Scheel appears poised and composed, dressed in formal attire that underscores her role as both physician and public figure. Unlike some of Warhol’s more flamboyant 1980s portraits, the composition is relatively minimal, with large expanses of a single dominant colour framing her likeness. This measured use of colour lends the work a sense of seriousness and authority, aligning with Scheel’s humanitarian reputation and medical career. Subtle collage-like interventions and layered tonal contrasts demonstrate Warhol’s continued experimentation with photographic source material and graphic overlay. As seen in earlier portraits such as Marcia Weisman and the Ladies and Gentlemen series, Warhol manipulates colour and segmentation to heighten presence. Here, however, the effect is controlled and elegant, balancing Pop vibrancy with formal restraint.

     
     

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  • Andy Warhol Mildred Scheel Detail

    Edition Notes: 

    Mildred Scheel was published in an edition of 1000 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 lower left. The prints are also signed in felt pen by Mildred Scheel, the president of the german Cancer Society. 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 Mildred Scheel , 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 Mildred Scheel, 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 Mildred Scheel Andy Warhol's first print?

    No, Midlred Scheel is not Andy Warhol's first print, The Mildred Scheel screenprint was created in 1980 to support the German Cancer Aid, whereas Warhol began producing prints much earlier.

     

    Is Mildred Scheel signed by Andy Warhol?

    The print is signed with a rubber stamp, rather than hand-signed.

     

    How rare is Andy Warhol's Mildred Scheel?

    Andy Warhol's Mildred Scheel  is considered relatively rare editioned screenprint with 1,000 signed and numbered prints. While produced in a large edition, its historical significance and inclusion of diamond dust make it a sought-after, frequently traded, yet accessible Warhol artwork

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Mildred Scheel privately?

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

     

    How much is Andy Warhol's Mildred Scheel 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 Mildred Scheel 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 Mildred Scheel  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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