Warhol's Endangered Species Prints Hold Strong

Andy Warhol’s Endangered Species series has evolved from a niche interest to one of the most valuable portfolios in his print market. Once trading for just £50,000, a complete set now holds the record at £3.4 million - the highest price ever achieved for the series. That’s a more than 60-fold return over two decades - and it’s not just full sets capturing attention. In 2024, eight individual works - across main editions and special edition proofs - broke the six-figure mark, including an Orangutan Trial Proof at £174,000 and a Bald Eagle Artist Proof at £190,500.

With average trial proof values reaching £128,000 and complete sets appearing just once a year since 2021, this is one of the most tightly held and competitively priced segments in Warhol’s print market. Endangered Species works continue to outperform, even in a more selective market. In recent 2025 sales, a main edition Orangutan set a new record at £184,150, while African Elephant reached a new benchmark of £215,900 - both achieved at Phillips’ June Editions sale. With collectors actively competing for scarce, high-quality editions, values are holding strong across both individual prints and full sets.

If you’re considering a sale, now is a smart time to get in touch with our team for a free, zero-obligation valuation and explore Andy Warhol prints available on the Trading Floor.