Keith Haring (1958-1990) - “Untitled (boat), 1987”. - 40 x 40 cm.

Keith Haring: “Untitled (boat), 1987”.

Authorized color offset print.
Condition: the work is in excellent condition.
Size: 40 x 40 cm.

Keith Haring (1958-1990) was an influential
American artist, known for his vibrant, graffiti-inspired works that emerged from the street culture of New York City in the 1980s.
Born in Reading, Pennsylvania, Haring moved to New York in 1978 to study at the
School of Visual Arts. There, he became deeply involved in the city’s emerging art scene and began using vacant advertising panels in subway stations as canvases for his chalk drawings.

Haring's art is characterized by its bold lines, vibrant colors, and energetic figures, which often convey messages about social issues such as AIDS awareness, apartheid, and the crack cocaine epidemic. Rooted in graffiti and street culture, his work features recurring motifs such as radiant babies, barking dogs, and dancing figures, all rendered in a distinctive, cartoon-like style.

Haring quickly gained international recognition and exhibited in galleries and museums around the world. Despite his premature death from AIDS-related complications at the age of 31, Haring's work continues to be celebrated and is highly sought after on the art market. His works often fetch substantial sums at auction, reflecting his lasting influence and the vibrant energy of his art.

Swimming and surfing figures, sea creatures, and crashing waves often appear in Keith Haring's work.
In 1987, Haring was commissioned to create a mural for the Channel Surf Club in Knokke, Belgium. The artist covered the side of a large shipping container on the beach with an epic ocean landscape.

Keith Haring's artwork has retained a high
market value, with pieces often fetching substantial sums at auction. His unique style, combined with the cultural and social significance of his work, makes it highly sought after by collectors.

'Untitled (boat)' and other works by Haring continue to be celebrated and sought after, reinforcing his legacy as a significant figure in contemporary art.

In summary, Keith Haring's art, characterized by its bold lines, vibrant colors, and social commentary, continues to captivate audiences and command high prices on the art market.

It has never been framed and has been kept in dark
archival storage between protective acid-free paper.
The photographs shown are part of the description;
the frame (size) shown is for illustrative purposes and is not included.

This artwork will be carefully and securely packaged and shipped in protective acid-free paper.
Shipping to the Canary Islands is not possible.


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