Description
Steve McQueen: An Impressive Work of Art by Van Apple
The artwork “Steve McQueen” is an impressive addition to Van Apple’s body of work. This Pop Art portrait of “The King of Cool” immediately catches the eye! The perforated edges and sparkling elements create an enchanting effect, especially when combined with the multi-layered epoxy coating that covers the artwork.
Unique techniques and materials
Van Apple’s art combines digital techniques, such as photography, with iconic elements. He uses gold leaf, Swarovski crystals, and incorporates various colors and handcrafted elements—such as butterflies—which are coated with multiple layers of epoxy. This layering allows him to create innovative and unique mixed-media artworks with a stunning 3D effect.
Exclusive edition
“Steve McQueen” is a work of art produced in a very limited edition of just 10 pieces, but each piece is unique due to the many manual processes and additions involved. This artwork is difficult to capture in photographs, so we warmly invite you to visit our gallery and admire this piece—as well as Van Apple’s other amazing artworks—in person.
Availability
“Steve McQueen” is available for purchase and can also be borrowed through our art lending program.
About Steve McQueen
Steve McQueen was an American film actor who was born on March 24, 1930, and died on November 7, 1980. He was one of the most iconic actors of the 1960s and 1970s and was known for his tough, cool image and his roles in numerous classic films.
Famous Movies by Steve McQueen
- The Great Escape (1963): In this film, McQueen played the role of Captain Virgil “The Cooler King” Hilts, an Allied prisoner of war involved in an escape attempt from a German prisoner-of-war camp during World War II.
- Bullitt (1968): This is one of McQueen’s most iconic films, in which he played the role of police officer Frank Bullitt. It is best known for the spectacular car chase scene through the streets of San Francisco.
- The Thomas Crown Affair (1968): In this film, McQueen played the role of the charming millionaire Thomas Crown, who becomes involved in a daring bank robbery.
- Papillon (1973): McQueen starred alongside Dustin Hoffman in this film, in which they portrayed two prisoners attempting to escape from a maximum-security prison on Devil’s Island.
A Lasting Legacy
Steve McQueen is also known for his love of car racing and motorcycling, and he was a talented driver. His career was marked by a string of blockbusters, and he was considered one of the greatest movie stars of his time. McQueen’s influence and status as a pop culture icon continue to this day.
