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Che Guevara
The painting depicts the image of Che Guevara, the Cuban revolutionary, in Warhol's characteristic pop-art style. However, it is a well-known forgery created by Gerald Malanga, which was later 'approved' by Warhol on the condition that all proceeds be given to him.
Portrait of the Creator
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Artist
Andy Warhol
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Date of birth and death
August 6, 1928 – February 22, 1987
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Natinality
American
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Style
Pop art, contemporary art
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Significant works
Campbell’s Soup Cans (1962), Marilyn Diptych (1962), Chelsea Girls (1966 film), Exploding Plastic Inevitable (1966), Blue Movie (1969)
Information about the work
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Year:
1968
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Execution technique:
silkscreen on canvas
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Theme:
portrait, pop art, political icon, revolutionary
Internal Narrative and Creative Framework
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Inner Narrative
The work comments on Che Guevara's status as an icon of revolution and pop culture, as well as illustrating the complex relationship between the authenticity of the artwork and its commercial value. The actual authorship of the painting is controversial, which itself becomes part of the narrative.
The key to interpreting the work
Analyze the painting in the context of pop art and mass culture, considering the issue of authenticity in art. Pay attention to the repetition and simplification of form typical of Warhol.See other works by this artist
