Andy Warhol's Brillo Box Documentary to Air on HBO
A documentary titled 'Brillo Box (3¢ off)' by filmmaker Lisanne Skyler traces the journey of an Andy Warhol Brillo Box sculpture purchased by her parents in 1969 for $1,000. The work, an exact replica of a supermarket soap pad box, was later traded for another artist's piece. In 2010, the same Brillo Box sold at a Christie's auction for over $3 million. The film blends personal narrative with an exploration of the international art market. It premieres on HBO on August 7.
Key facts
- Lisanne Skyler's parents bought a Warhol Brillo Box in 1969 for $1,000.
- The Brillo Box was a replica of a supermarket soap pad box.
- The work was later traded for another artist's piece.
- In 2010, the same Brillo Box sold at Christie's for over $3 million.
- The documentary 'Brillo Box (3¢ off)' is directed by Lisanne Skyler.
- The film debuts on HBO on August 7.
- The documentary combines autobiographical elements with art market analysis.
- The film's website is brilloboxmovie.com.
Entities
Artists
- Andy Warhol
- Lisanne Skyler
Institutions
- Christie's
- HBO