Print Guide: Andy Warhol Merce Cunningham (F & S II.124) For Sale: Andy Warhol’s Merce Cunningham (1974) 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 Merce Cunningham (F & S II.124)

    Merce Cunningham is a 1974 screenprint by Andy Warhol that explores the dynamic intersection of visual art and contemporary dance. Portraying the pioneering American choreographer Merce Cunningham, the work is notable for being printed on Japanese gift-wrapping paper — the only time Warhol used this distinctive material. The choice of surface lends the composition a decorative, floral overlay that contrasts with Cunningham’s disciplined physicality. Both artist and dancer were innovators in their respective fields, making this portrait a compelling meeting point between avant-garde performance and Pop Art experimentation.

     

    Artist: Andy Warhol
    Title: Merce Cunningham 
    Year: 1994
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Feldman & Schellmann Andy Warhol Prints: a Catalogue Raisonné 1962-1987, (F & S II.124)
    Medium: Screenprint on Japanese gift wrapping paper
    Edition:  100 signed and numbered examples, plus proofs
    Size: 25.4 x 19 cm (10 x 7.5 inches)
    Printer: Alexander Heinrici, New York
    Publisher: Castellli Graphics and Multiples, Inc., New York

     

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  • About Andy Warhol Merce Cunningham

    Produced in 1974, Warhol’s Merce Cunningham captures the dancer in a poised, sculptural stance, balancing forward while gripping a chair behind him. Cunningham was renowned for challenging choreographic conventions, often creating dances independent of music and embracing chance procedures aligned with conceptual art. Warhol emphasises the dancer’s lean physique and physical control, directing attention to the body rather than the face, thereby reinforcing the essence of Cunningham’s practice. The floral pattern of the Japanese wrapping paper overlays the image, softening the composition with a delicate decorative quality. The print was commissioned to raise funds for the Merce Cunningham Dance Company, further underscoring the collaborative spirit between visual art and experimental performance during the 1970s.

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  • Merce Cunningham Detail

    Edition Notes: 

    Merce Cunningham was published in an edition of 100 impressions, plus proofs. Generally, proofs and standard edition examples can differ in market value depending on rarity and condition. Published in the portfolio Cunningham I, containing works by seven artists, to raise funds for the Merce Cunningham Dance Company, New York.

     

    Signature:

    The signed and numbered in pencil on verso.. 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 Merce Cunningham, 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 Merce Cunningham 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 Merce Cunningham Andy Warhol's first print?

    No,  It is a screenprint from a 1974 portfolio designed to fund the Merce Cunningham Dance Company. It is not his first print.

     

    Is Merce Cunningham signed by Andy Warhol?

    The print was hand-signed in pencil on lower right in the mid-1980s .

     

    How rare is Andy Warhol's Merce Cunningham?

    Andy Warhol's Merce Cunningham (1974) is considered a rare, highly collectable screenprint, typically found in an edition of 100 with 30 artist's proofs. Known for being printed on unique Japanese gift wrapping paper, the only time Warhol used this material, it is a sought-after piece

     

    Can Andipa Editions sourc Merce Cunningham print privately?

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

     

    How much is Andy Warhol's Merce Cunningham 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 Merce Cunningham 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 Merce Cunningham  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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