An exhibition celebrating and exploring the world of football is underway at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) and offers fans a new perspective on the beautiful game.
Running from February 2 to July 20, ‘Fútbol: The Beautiful Game’ sees famous footballers captured by artists from around the globe, including Andy Warhol, Robin Rhode and Kehinde Wiley.
Chelsea striker Samuel Eto’o is pictured in his Cameroon shirt by artist Kehinde Wiley, while former Manchester United stars Brian Kidd, George Best and Sir Bobby Charlton feature in designs from Los Angeles-based artist Chris Beas.
A portrait of Brazil legend Pele by Andy Warhol was painted in 1978 and is the oldest piece in the exhibition.
“The exhibition examines football—nicknamed "the beautiful game" by one sports commentator—and its significance in societies around the world”, said the museum.
“As a subject, football touches on issues of nationalism and identity, globalism and mass spectacle, as well as the common human experience shared by spectators from many cultures.”
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Fútbol: The Beautiful Game exhibition
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