Print Guide: Andy Warhol Vesuvius (F & S II.365) For Sale: Andy Warhol’s Vesuvius (1985) 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 Vesuvius (F & S II.365)

    Vesuvius  is a striking screenprint by Andy Warhol depicting the legendary Italian volcano overlooking the Gulf of Naples. Created during Warhol’s visit to Italy, the work was published by Fondazione Amelio and exhibited at the Museo di Capodimonte. Known primarily for his celebrity portraits, Warhol here turns to landscape, transforming a natural landmark into a powerful Pop Art icon. Dramatic and expressive, Vesuvius demonstrates the artist’s continued experimentation in the 1980s, merging nature, symbolism, and bold colour.

     

    Artist: Andy Warhol
    Title: Vesuvius 
    Year: 1985
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Feldman & Schellmann Andy Warhol Prints: a Catalogue Raisonné 1962-1987, (F & S II.365)
    Medium: Screenprint on Arches 88 Paper
    Edition:  250 numbered examples, plus proofs
    Size: 80 x 100cm (31.5 x 39.4 inches)
    Printer: Rupert Jasen Smith, New York
    Publisher: Fondazione Amelio, Naples, Italy

     

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  • About Andy Warhol Vesuvius

    In this dynamic composition, Mount Mount Vesuvius erupts in glowing shades of red, with jagged black and crimson lines cutting across the surface to evoke molten lava and rising smoke. The fiery palette intensifies the sense of volatility, reflecting the volcano’s destructive history and symbolic power. Warhol’s expressive linework injects urgency and movement, transforming the landscape into an almost abstract vision of chaos. The emotional charge of Vesuvius recalls the artist’s earlier explorations of catastrophe in his Death and Disaster series, where themes of mortality and sudden tragedy dominate. Here, nature itself becomes the subject of impending doom. By monumentalising one of the world’s most dangerous volcanoes, Warhol fuses Pop aesthetics with existential reflection, revealing his fascination with danger, spectacle, and the fragile boundary between beauty and destruction.

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    Edition Notes: 

    Vesuvius was published in an edition of 250 impressions, plus proofs, numbered in penicl lower right. Generally, proofs and standard edition examples can differ in market value depending on rarity and condition. 

     

    Signature:

    The print is signed in pencil 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 Vesuvius, 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 Vesuvius, 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 Vesuvius Andy Warhol's first print?

    No, Vesuvius is not Andy Warhol's first print. It is a series of screen prints created in 1985, long after he began producing his famous screen-printed works in the early 1960s.


     

    Is Vesuvius signed by Andy Warhol?

    The print is signed in pencil lower right.

     

    How rare is Andy Warhol's Vesuvius?

    Andy Warhol’s Vesuvius prints is considered a moderately rare , iconic and highly collectible work, featuring an edition of 250 signed screenprints.

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Vesuvius privately?

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

     

    How much is Andy Warhol's Vesuvius 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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    Andipa Editions has six decades of experience advising collectors across the world on the acquisition of important prints by Andy Warhol. If Vesuvius 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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