Superman (F&S II.260) is one of ten screen prints from Andy Warhol’s Myths portfolio, created in 1981. In this series, Warhol reimagines characters drawn from 20th-century American popular culture, treating each figure as both a cultural artefact and a manufactured image. The inclusion of Superman—an enduring symbol of idealism, strength, and American exceptionalism—extends Warhol’s exploration of fame into the realm of heroic fiction.

First appearing in comic books in 1938, Superman had, by the time of Warhol’s interpretation, become deeply embedded in the global cultural imagination. Warhol presents the character not in action but in iconographic stillness, filtered through his silkscreen process and enhanced with diamond dust. The result is a print that underscores the tension between myth and mass production, between personal identification and brand recognition.

Signed and numbered in pencil lower right, this edition combines Warhol’s critical eye with visual immediacy. Superman is among the most recognisable prints from the Myths series, reflecting both Warhol’s fascination with archetypes and the continued relevance of comic-book imagery within fine art.

This work is presented in excellent condition and is fully authenticated by Coskun Fine Art, with provenance available upon request.