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// I'm dreaming of a black Christmas by Richard Hamilton, created in 1971, is a screen print that presents an intriguing take on pop culture and celebrity iconography. The artwork features a man in a suit and fedora, with a contemplative expression, possibly drawing on the imagery of mid-century movie stars. The title, a twist on the well-known song White Christmas, adds an ironic, perhaps darker tone to the image. Hamilton, a pioneering figure in Pop Art, often critiqued consumerism and media through recontextualized images of familiar figures and scenes. Here, the use of layered colors and soft focus gives the piece a cinematic quality, evoking nostalgia while encouraging a reflection on the commercialization of holidays and icons. This limited edition print measures 75 x 100 cm, underscoring Hamilton’s skill in blending social commentary with visual appeal.
I'm dreaming of a black Christmas, 1971
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// I'm dreaming of a black Christmas by Richard Hamilton, created in 1971, is a screen print that presents an intriguing take on pop culture and celebrity iconography. The artwork features a man in a suit and fedora, with a contemplative expression, possibly drawing on the imagery of mid-century movie stars. The title, a twist on the well-known song White Christmas, adds an ironic, perhaps darker tone to the image. Hamilton, a pioneering figure in Pop Art, often critiqued consumerism and media through recontextualized images of familiar figures and scenes. Here, the use of layered colors and soft focus gives the piece a cinematic quality, evoking nostalgia while encouraging a reflection on the commercialization of holidays and icons. This limited edition print measures 75 x 100 cm, underscoring Hamilton’s skill in blending social commentary with visual appeal.
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Richard Hamilton
Kent State, 1970
Limited Edition Print
Silkscreen
EUR 3,450
Richard Hamilton
Poster, 1973-74
Limited Edition Print
Mixed Media
EUR 5,000
Richard Hamilton
I'm Dreaming Of A Black Christmas, 1971
Limited Edition Print
Screen-print
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