TORSO (DOUBLE)
Torso (Double) is a screenprint by Andy Warhol from 1982 that stands as a daring exploration of the male body. This remarkable screenprint is part of the Torso series, one of two groundbreaking projects initiated by Warhol in the late 1970s, the other being the Sex Parts series. While the Torso works focused on classical nude aesthetics and were intended for museum exhibitions, the Sex Parts prints were more audacious, blurring the line between art and pornography. Both originated from a collection of erotic polaroids taken by Warhol. When Warhol’s former assistant, Bob Colacello, inquired about how to address questions regarding the explicit images in Warhol’s office, Warhol playfully replied, “Just tell them it’s art, Bob. They’re landscapes.”

TORSO (DOUBLE) AS A PART OF ANDY WARHOL’S LARGER BODY OF WORK
The Torso artworks, including Torso (Double), remain an important part of Warhol’s artistic legacy. These screenprints exemplify his fearless approach to art, pushing the boundaries and provoking thought about sexuality and identity. Torso (Double) stands as a testament to Warhol’s enduring impact on the art world and his willingness to embrace and celebrate his identity through his creations. As collectors continue to be drawn to these works, their historical and artistic significance only grows, crystallizing Warhol’s status as an iconic and influential artist.