Marx Brothers, from 10 Portraits of Jews of the Twentieth Century, 1980

Andy Warhol’s The Marx Brothers, created as part of his broader exploration of celebrity and entertainment icons, captures the legendary comedy trio through the unmistakable lens of Pop Art. Warhol distills the personas of Groucho, Chico, and Harpo into a dynamic interplay of color, contour, and photographic imagery, emphasizing their exaggerated expressions and irreverent energy. By presenting the brothers in his signature visual language—flat planes of color, repetition, and bold contrast—Warhol elevates them from vaudeville and early Hollywood stardom into enduring Pop symbols. The work reflects his fascination with how mass media immortalizes performers, transforming fleeting moments of fame into lasting cultural mythology.

This impression comes from the edition of 200, a carefully produced screenprint edition that balances accessibility with collectability—an approach central to Warhol’s philosophy. Printed on Lenox Museum Board, the work exemplifies the artist’s technical rigor and commitment to high production standards in his graphic output. While issued in a larger edition, The Marx Brothers remains highly sought after due to its iconic subject matter and its place within Warhol’s sustained engagement with entertainment, humor, and celebrity culture. As both a celebration and a critique of fame, the work stands as a compelling example of Warhol’s ability to preserve cultural figures in visual form long after their era has passed.