Andy Warhol’s sets of screenprints are some of the most iconic and widely collected works in contemporary art, showcasing his distinctive approach to repetition, celebrity, and commercial imagery. Produced in editions, these prints allowed Warhol to democratize art while maintaining exclusivity through signed, limited runs. Series like Marilyn Monroe, Mao, Flowers, Campbell’s Soup Cans, and Mick Jagger exemplify his use of bold colours, layered silkscreen techniques, and graphic stylization.
Each set reflects Warhol’s fascination with fame, consumerism, and mass production, turning everyday objects and public figures into high art. Their collectability and recognizability have made these works enduring staples of the art market, bridging the gap between fine art and popular culture.
The rarity and challenge of locating complete print sets with matching edition numbers stems from the fact that, at the time Warhol produced them, prints were not widely regarded as financially valuable or historically significant within the art world.
Below, we have provided details of the top ten complete sets that have been sold at auction.