etienne
The Haunted Disco
Etienne Leather Man Clone Bandana - Light Blue
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A bold reimagining of the classic bandana, this design transforms an iconic leather figure into a striking repeated pattern. Featuring artwork from the Dom “Etienne” Orejudos Collection, it draws on queer flagging culture and 1970s “clone” aesthetics to create a piece that’s both graphic and symbolic.
Hand silk-screened in NYC on 100% cotton, each bandana is printed in small batches with subtle variations that highlight its handmade quality.
Details
- 100% cotton
- Hand silk-screened with permanent ink
- Approx. 21" × 21" (17" × 17" image area)
- Made in New York City
- Cold hand wash recommended
Featuring imagery from the Dom ‘Etienne’ Orejudos Collection, Leather Archives & Museum, Chicago.
etienne
Etienne (1933-1991) was an American artist celebrated for his highly stylized erotic illustrations that explored male beauty, desire, and identity. Emerging in the 1970s, he became a central figure in gay visual culture, producing works that combined technical precision with bold, unapologetic sensuality. His art often depicted muscular figures with meticulous attention to anatomy, lighting, and composition, creating images that were at once erotic, playful, and visually striking. Etienne’s illustrations appeared in magazines, books, and private collections, influencing a generation of contemporary erotic and queer artists. His work engaged themes of desire, fantasy, and liberation, presenting sexuality as both celebratory and empowering. Through clean lines, dramatic shading, and dynamic poses, he helped elevate erotic illustration into a recognized and influential form of visual expression. Across decades, Etienne’s legacy has remained iconic, bridging the worlds of underground queer culture and broader artistic awareness, leaving a lasting imprint on the aesthetics of male erotic imagery.
