We are happy to announce that 500 Capp Street has been selected to participate in the inaugural “Philanthropy Factory,” a new initiative honoring Andy Warhol’s philanthropic legacy by providing recent grantees an opportunity to benefit from the sale of Warhol works from the Andy Warhol Foundation’s collection.

Highlighted above is a Polaroid taken by Andy Warhol of Halston’s partner and Warhol’s assistant, Victor Hugo. Hugo, a performance artist and window designer, was a constant figure in Warhol’s photographs. Usually depicted by Warhol in a sexualized and provocative context, often fully nude or with his penis out, here he is seen in a different facet, as a member of the Studio 54 royal court.

Our fall programming is proudly supported by the Andy Warhol Foundation, and we are honored to be selected for this fundraising opportunity. All proceeds from the sale of seven Warhol pieces will go towards supporting 500 Capp Street’s operations, enabling us to continue encouraging artistic experimentation through our programming and artist residencies.

This work and more are available here. Don’t miss this chance to support 500 Capp Street and grab yourself an exclusive Andy Warhol piece.