Keith Haring (1958–1990) is arguably the most recognized graffiti artist of all time. His iconic imagery developed on the subway walls of New York City in the early 1980s, breaking the barrier between high art and street art almost overnight. Haring’s work was entirely without pretence, and full of optimism. It was also accessible to the masses, both physically and visually.
In depicting universal concepts (birth, death, love, sex, war, and humanity) through straightforward linework and direct messaging, Haring attracted a wide audience. He kept his work accessible, establishing a staying power to his imagery – which has become a universally recognized visual language of the 20th Century.
Haring’s distinctive, cartoon-like figures are the defining motif in his work. Thick, energetic lines evoke a playful sense of movement. He was also a master colorist, and would often juxtapose his linework with vibrating hues that hypnotized viewers.Â
This dynamic composition features two figures inextricably interlocked, cross-sectioning one another. Rendered in Haring's signature aesthetic, the imagery is full of movement and playfulness.
Haring's legacy lives on through his foundation, the Keith Haring Foundation, which he founded a year before his untimely death. His work is celebrated in permanent collections around the world including the Museum of Modern Art (New York), the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Ludwig Museum (Cologne) to name a few.
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Untitled (Half & Half)
USA, 1989
Felt tip pen on paper
Signed and dated on face
12”H 9"W (work)
20"H 16.5"W (framed)
Very good condition
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