CHUCK CLOSE Large Phil Fingerprint, 1981

This is a first edition exhibition poster for Chuck Close's "Close Portraits" show, which was held at the Whitney Museum of American Art from April 14 to June 21, 1981. The poster features an image of Close's iconic artwork Large Phil Fingerprint, a large-scale portrait that showcases the artist's signature use of intricate detail and innovative techniques. This piece highlights Close's exceptional ability to capture human faces with remarkable precision, emphasizing his unique fingerprint technique in the process. As a first edition, this poster serves as a piece of art history from a landmark exhibition that further cemented Chuck Close's influence in contemporary portraiture.