Postcard – Andy Warhol – Mao, 1972

Louisiana Postcard featuring Mao, 1972, by American artist Andy Warhol. After US President Richard Nixon's historic visit to China in 1972, Andy Warhol turned his attention to Mao Zedong – one of the 20th century's most recognizable political figures. Based on Mao's official portrait, Warhol created a series of works where strong colors and prominent brushstrokes transform the political icon into a pop art symbol.