Andy Warhol

Marilyn Diptych, created by Andy Warhol in 1962, is an iconic artwork that exemplifies the pop-art movement. The diptych consists of fifty images of Marilyn Monroe, half in color and half in black and white, arranged in a grid-like pattern. Warhol's fascination with celebrity culture and mass production is evident in this piece. By repeating and reimagining Monroe's image, Warhol explores the commodification of fame and the fleeting nature of celebrity. The contrasting colors and repetition in Marilyn Diptych highlight Warhol's interest in the interplay between mass media, consumerism, and popular culture. The artwork challenges traditional notions of art and invites viewers to question the role of mass-produced imagery in society.