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Screenprint on paper – From Portfolio (Ten Works by Ten Painters) – Publisher The Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford, Connecticut — “Birmingham Race Riot (F.S. II.3)” is a limited edition screen-print by Andy Warhol, created in 1964. This artwork reflects Warhol’s exploration of political and social themes through his distinct pop art style. Measuring 50.8 x 61 cm, the piece portrays a powerful and thought-provoking image derived from a photograph capturing the Birmingham Race Riot during the Civil Rights Movement in the United States. Warhol is bringing attention to the subject matter’s gravity. “Birmingham Race Riot (F.S. II.3)” invites viewers to confront the harsh realities of racial injustice and serves as a poignant reminder of the struggle for equality.
