Dollar Sign, Yellow (FS II.278)
- Medium:
- Print — Screenprint on Lenox Museum Board
- Size:
- 50.2 × 39.7 cm
- Year:
- 1982
Created in 1982, Dollar Sign, Yellow (FS II.278) is part of Andy Warhol’s striking Dollar Sign series, where he transforms the universally recognized symbol of money into a bold statement on wealth, value, and pop culture. In this version, the bright yellow dollar sign stands out sharply against a contrasting background, rendered in Warhol’s signature silkscreen style with expressive brush-like detailing.
The choice of yellow—a color often associated with gold, energy, and caution—amplifies the artwork’s commentary on capitalism and society’s fixation on money. Warhol isolates the symbol, turning it into both subject and object, reflecting his belief that “business is the most fascinating kind of art.”
Dollar Sign, Yellow captures the essence of Warhol’s pop art philosophy: it’s simple, direct, and deeply rooted in the visual language of American consumerism, yet leaves space for irony and critical reflection.
The choice of yellow—a color often associated with gold, energy, and caution—amplifies the artwork’s commentary on capitalism and society’s fixation on money. Warhol isolates the symbol, turning it into both subject and object, reflecting his belief that “business is the most fascinating kind of art.”
Dollar Sign, Yellow captures the essence of Warhol’s pop art philosophy: it’s simple, direct, and deeply rooted in the visual language of American consumerism, yet leaves space for irony and critical reflection.
About the Artist
Andy Warhol
1928 – 1987 | American
Andy Warhol (1928–1987) was a leading figure of the Pop Art movement and one of the most influential artists of the twentieth century. Renowned for transforming everyday consumer products and celebrity imagery into iconic works of art, he challenged traditional ideas of culture, fame, and artistic expression. His bold, innovative approach continues to shape contemporary art and popular culture today.
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