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Fine art screen print "Cheetah" (sometimes cataloged in serigraph format as Commemorative #14), created by the famous American illustrator Patrick Nagel.Key Details About the Artwork Artist: Patrick Nagel (1945–1984), iconic for shaping the 1980s aesthetic with minimalist lines, stark white skin tones, dark hair, and sharp geometric forms.Title: "Cheetah"Release Date: Originally published as a limited edition 12-color serigraph graphic by Mirage Editions in October 1982.The Cat: Despite being frequently misidentified as a snow leopard or leopard due to the greyish palette used in various print variants, the animal depicted is officially a cheetah.Historical Significance: The piece exemplifies Nagel's signature "Nagel Woman"—depicting a mysterious, strong, and fashionable femme fatale. It was created during the same peak era as his most famous commission, the cover art for Duran Duran's hit 1982 album Rio. |
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