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    Andy Warhol Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes (F & S II.288)

    Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes (1982) is a playful lithograph by Andy Warhol, created to raise funds for the New York Association for the Blind. The print exemplifies Warhol’s ongoing commitment to charitable commissions, while also reflecting his enduring connection to illustration and commercial design. Depicting a paint set complete with brushes and vividly used colour pans, the work is both self-referential and light-hearted. It reveals Warhol’s awareness of his own artistic tools, transforming the humble paint kit into a vibrant Pop subject.

     

    Artist: Andy Warhol
    Title: Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes
    Year: 1982
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Feldman & Schellmann Andy Warhol Prints: a Catalogue Raisonné 1962-1987, (F & S II.288)
    Medium: Offset lithograph on Carnival Felt Cover
    Edition:  500 signed and numbered examples, plus proofs
    Size: 22.9 x 30.5 cm (9 x 12 inches)
    Printer: Kordett Color Graphics and Rupert Jasen Smith, New York
    Publisher: The New York Association for the Blind

     

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  • About Andy Warhol Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes

    Executed as a lithograph, the composition presents a watercolor palette and brushes rendered with lively colour and expressive detail. Paint appears to spill from the pans, suggesting movement and recent use, while the brushes are arranged with a decorative, almost illustrative charm. Unlike the flat, mechanical finish of many of Warhol’s screenprints, this work possesses a softer, more painterly quality, recalling his early career as a commercial illustrator. The image subtly references the act of art-making itself, foregrounding the very tools that produce colour and form. Similar illustrative tendencies can be seen in works such as Flowers, where Warhol experimented with both hand-coloured and graphic approaches. Here, he merges humour, craftsmanship, and philanthropy into a composition that is both accessible and conceptually reflective.

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    Edition Notes: 

    Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes was published in an edition of 500 impressions, publsihed to raise funds for the New York Association for the blind. Generally, proofs and standard edition examples can differ in market value depending on rarity and condition. 

     

    Signature:

    The print is signed in felt pen 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 Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes, 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 Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes, 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 Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes Andy Warhol's first print?

    No, the Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes is not Andy Warhol's first print. It is an offset lithograph in colors created in 1982 as a charity commission for the New York Association for the Blind. It is a much later work in his career, representing his Pop Art style.

     

    Is Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes signed by Andy Warhol?

    The print is signed with felt-tip pen lower right.

     

    How rare is Andy Warhol's Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes?

    Andy Warhol's Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes is considered relatively rare collectable print.

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes privately?

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

     

    How much is Andy Warhol's Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes 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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