The artwork named “Mao” was created by the artist Andy Warhol in 1972. This piece belongs to the Pop Art movement and falls within the genre of portraiture.
The artwork features a striking portrayal of Mao Zedong, distinguished by Warhol’s signature style of vivid, contrasting colors and bold outlines. Mao’s visage is rendered in a striking palette, with a stark blue face, which contrasts dramatically against the green of his attire, combined with a turquoise background. The use of broad brush strokes and deliberate color variations add a sense of vibrancy and immediacy to the portrait. Warhol’s technique reflects a blend of traditional portraiture with the commercial art style that is characteristic of the Pop Art movement.
