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    Andy Warhol Jean Cocteau (F & S II.329A)

    Jean Cocteau (1985) is a screenprint by Andy Warhol honouring the celebrated French poet, illustrator, and filmmaker Jean Cocteau. The work was produced to commemorate the opening of the Severin Wunderman Foundation, which held an important collection of Cocteau memorabilia. In this portrait, Warhol pays tribute to a kindred creative spirit whose multidisciplinary practice mirrored his own.

     

    Artist: Andy Warhol
    Title: Jean Cocteau
    Year: 1985
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Feldman & Schellmann Andy Warhol Prints: a Catalogue Raisonné 1962-1987, (F & S II.329A)
    Medium: Screenprint on paper
    Edition:  250 signed and numbered examples, plus proofs
    Size: 97.8 cm x 81.3 cm (10 x 7.5 inches)
    Printer: Rupert Jasen Smith, New York
    Publisher: Andy Warhol, New York

     

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  • About Andy Warhol Jean Cocteau

    Warhol appropriates one of Cocteau’s distinctive line drawings, placing it against a boldly striped background that incorporates the colours of the French flag. This fusion of Cocteau’s elegant linear style with Warhol’s vibrant Pop palette creates a visual dialogue between two artistic eras. The portrait suggests affinity as much as homage: like Warhol, Cocteau moved fluidly across media; poetry, illustration, theatre, and film, cultivating the persona of the modern auteur. Both artists also became central figures within glamorous cultural circles, shaping avant-garde communities through charisma as well as creativity. Warhol frequently referenced influential predecessors in his work, including Joseph Beuysand Man Ray. Here, he situates Cocteau within that lineage, bridging national and generational boundaries through stylised reinterpretation.

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  • Jean Cocteau Detail

    Edition Notes: 

    Jean Cocteau was published in an edition of 250 impressions, commisioned ro commenmorate the opening of The Severin Wunderman Foundation in Irvine, California dedicated to the collection of Jean Cocteau memorabillia. 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 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 Jean Cocteau, 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 Jean Cocteau, 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 Jean cocteau Andy Warhol's first print?

    No, Jean Cocteau is not Andy Warhol's first print. It is a late-career screenprint created in 1985 to commemorate the opening of the Severin Wunderman Foundation. Warhol's early prints and silkscreened canvases date back to the early 1960s

     

    Is Jean Cocteau signed by Andy Warhol?

    The print is signed in pencil lower right.

     

    How rare is Andy Warhol's Jean Cocteau?

    Andy Warhol's Jean Cocteau is considered relatively rare due to its edition size of 250.

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Jean Cocteau privately?

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

     

    How much is Andy Warhol's Jean Cocteau 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 Jean Cocteau 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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