ANDY WARHOL Rebel Without a Cause (James Dean), 1990

This piece is one of six distinct image variations from Andy Warhol’s James Dean portfolio, a series that captures the legendary actor as an enduring symbol of youth, rebellion, and cultural mythology. The portfolio and image layout were designed by Roger L. and Nance Schlaifer, the licensed representatives of Warhol’s imagery at the time, and published by te Neues Verlag in Germany, known for their exceptional printing quality.

In this particular variation, the Japanese characters appear in a soft light red, while James Dean is rendered in a subtle light brown palette—creating a warm, contemplative interpretation of Warhol’s iconic portrait.

Presented in a white wood frame with a 1-inch front profile and 3/4-inch side profile, the artwork is mounted behind a 4-inch mat, offering a refined, gallery-style display that enhances the elegance and visual impact of the composition.