Camilla, 1995

Color screenprint on aluminum, incised signature and numbered from the hors commerce edition of 10, aside from the numbered edition, sheet 43 x 37 1/2, published by Robert Bane Ltd., printed by Clearwater. This exact piece was formally in the Hugh Hefner/Playboy Magazine Collection. // Camilla by Mel Ramos, created in 1995, is a vibrant screen-print on aluminum that reflects Ramos's signature Pop Art style and his frequent exploration of commercialized femininity. Depicting a sensuous blonde woman in zebra-striped lingerie within a circular pink frame against an orange background, the artwork captures the exaggerated, pin-up aesthetic. With bold colors and a playful nod to classic comic and advertising styles, Ramos merges high art with pop culture, critiquing the commercialization of the female image. This print, part of an exclusive hors commerce edition, was previously held in the Hugh Hefner/Playboy Magazine Collection, adding to its historical allure.