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The Use of Religious Art for Social and Political Commentary

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Which artist is known for using religious imagery to critique the Vietnam War?

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Andy Warhol
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Andy Warhol's series of silkscreen prints titled "The Last Supper" depicted the Last Supper of Jesus and his disciples, but with the faces of contemporary celebrities such as Marilyn Monroe and Mao Zedong. This work was a commentary on the commodification of religious imagery and the blurring of the lines between art and advertising.

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