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Hidden Histories: Warhol’s work in Ireland

On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights

English - October 08, 2023 11:50 - 9 minutes - 8.92 MB
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Andy Warhol maybe didn't feel his work was entirely original, but that doesn’t mean it wasn’t iconic.

This week, the largest-ever exhibition of Warhol’s work in Ireland has just opened at the Hugh Lane Gallery, entitled 'Andy Warhol Three Times Out'. Ireland had long been fascinated by Warhol, with previous shows breaking attendance records, and his life influencing a recent Irish novel.

So, what is it about Warhol that fascinates us so much?

Donal Fallon joins Sean Defoe for another episode of Hidden Histories to discuss.