“Kiss, from 7 Objects in a Box (F. & S. 8)” is a 1966 screenprint by Andy Warhol, created for Rosa Esman’s innovative portfolio of seven experimental multiples. Unusually, the work is printed directly onto plexiglass and mounted on a second clear panel, giving it a sculptural presence and a sense of floating imagery that differs from Warhol’s traditional paper screenprints. Produced in an edition of 75 with additional artist’s proofs, it was published by Tanglewood Press and reflects Warhol’s growing interest in presenting prints as objects rather than simply images.

The image itself derives from Warhol’s early film work, specifically from his series of elongated “kisses” that defied Hollywood’s three-second limit on-screen intimacy. By translating a film still into a translucent, layered object, Warhol bridges his exploration of cinema with his fascination for mechanical reproduction. The glossy, reflective material adds a voyeuristic quality, echoing the cool detachment and mediated intimacy that define much of his 1960s output.

Today, Kiss stands as a compelling example of Warhol’s experimentation with both medium and format during this period. Its combination of Pop imagery, cinematic reference and innovative use of industrial materials makes it a distinctive and sought-after work within his print oeuvre.