JANE FORTH 02
PHOTOGRAPHER: CHRIS VON WANGENHEIM
A striking portrait of Jane Forth, Andy Warhol's legendary muse and boundary-pushing style icon, captured by renowned fashion photographer Chris von Wangenheim. Shot in luminous black and white, this image showcases Forth's revolutionary approach to beauty as she poses with graceful confidence: the stark contrast of elegant opera gloves against bare skin, her signature slick hairstyle, and the porcelain complexion that made her one of the most distinctive faces of the 1970s.
Known for treating her face as a blank canvas, Forth drew inspiration from 1920s and 30s cinema stars like Clara Bow and Bette Davis, pushing the pencil-thin eyebrow trend to its extreme by keeping only the beginning of her brows visible. For her, makeup was a catalyst for creativity and imagination. Her iconic look influenced generations of fashion imagery and even inspired character design in contemporary cinema like the transgender character played by Jared Leto in Dallas Buyer’s Club. Featured in Andy Warhol's 1970 film Trash — only a year after their encounter—Forth embodied the provocative glamour of downtown New York's art scene.
This photograph captures Von Wangenheim's masterful ability to document the era's most compelling faces, making it an essential piece for collectors of fashion photography and cultural history.
Part of a celebrated series of six photographs by Chris von Wangenheim featuring Warhol Superstars Donna Jordan and Jane Forth, exhibited in "Femme Touch" at The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh, 2020.
Edition of 5 + 2AP
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We use a high quality shatter-proof acrylic glass and on the back, a hanging system makes your piece ready to hang!
Size choices refer to paper size. Image size is affected when it includes a border or no border. The wood frame is in addition. Dimension of the frames are:
- 1” Face, 2 1/4” Depth for black frames
- 1” Face, 2” Depth for White painted frames
Framing Options
Each photograph is available in a range of bespoke framing styles, thoughtfully designed to enhance the visual impact and protect the integrity of the work. See our Quality page for more details.
Acrylic
A borderless display that protects your print under glossy acrylic, intensifies contrast and color, and adds a striking sense of depth and clarity to the image.
Classic Frame
A timeless choice that combines elegance with subtle depth, using hand-crafted wooden frames and archival materials.
Shadow Box
Our most elevated option, the Shadow Box adds dramatic depth with a floating effect—ideal for showcasing photography with presence.
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Explore the unique benefits of each of our fine art finishes — from minimalist Dibond to gallery-style Shadow Box presentations.
| Feature | Dibond | Acrylic | Classic Frame | Shadow Box |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archival Fine Art Paper | ✔︎ | ✔︎ | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
| Shatter-Proof Acrylic Glass | ✘ | ✔︎ | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
| Handcrafted Wooden Frame | ✘ | ✘ | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
| Floating / Deep Presentation | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔︎ |
