This lot consists of a hand painted Marker on Newspaper rendered in the style of the Keith Haring (1958-1990). Keith Haring (1958-1990) was an American artist known for his vibrant and bold graffiti-inspired artwork. He was born on May 4,1958, in Reading, Pennsylvania. Haring gained prominence in the 1980s for his distinctive style, characterized by simple, energetic figures and bold lines. He began his artistic career by drawing in public spaces, particularly in the New York City subway system. His iconic drawings of him, often created with white chalk on black advertising panels, captured the attention of commuters and quickly gained recognition. Haring's art was heavily influenced by the street culture of New York City, including graffiti, hip-hop, and pop art. His imagery featured playful and accessible figures, such as radiant babies, barking dogs, dancing figures, and crawling babies. His use of vibrant colors and dynamic lines gave his work a sense of movement and vitality. Beyond the visual appeal of his art, Haring's work was also infused with social and political messages. He has used his art to address themes such as AIDS awareness, drug addiction, nuclear disarmament, and social inequality. Haring was an activist and believed in the power of art to raise awareness and promote social change. Haring's popularity grew rapidly, and he gained international acclaim. His work transcended traditional art spaces and could be seen in galleries, museums, and public spaces around the world. He collaborated with various artists, musicians, and performers, and his art became widely recognized through merchandise, apparel, and other commercial ventures. Unfortunately, Keith Haring's life was cut short by AIDS-related complications, and he passed away on February 16, 1990, at the age of 31. However, his artistic legacy and his impact on popular culture continue to be celebrated. Today, his artworks are highly sought after, and his influence can be seen in the work of many contemporary artists. “In the style of” works are works by an unknown creator whose style is strongly under the influence of the style of the named master artist. (Source: Getty Art & Architecture Thesaurus).


DIMENSIONS:
Unframed 14 1/2" x 12" (37 x 30.5cm)


PROVENANCE:
Private Collection

This work is being sold "In the style of" the named artist. -In the style of- works are works by an unknown creator whose style is strongly under the influence of the style of the named master art. Overall very good condition.