Self-Portrait with Fright Wig 1986

Andy Warhol's "Self-Portrait with Fright Wig" from 1986 is a Polaroid self-portrait in which Warhol presents himself with a stark white, unkempt wig. The unnaturally styled wig is a symbol of Warhol's celebrity status and the superficiality of fame, a theme that was central to his work. Warhol, a pop art icon, often used self-portraits to explore his public image and the relationship between art and celebrity. This photograph, though small in size, captures the essence of Warhol's artistic practice and his keen understanding of visual culture.