Keith Haring (American 1958–1990) Acrylic on...

Updated August 7, 2026

Canvas. Title Untitled Medium Acrylic on Canvas Dimensions 31.5 × 23.5 inches (80 × 60 cm) Date 1984 Condition Good overall condition. The surface displays vibrant color, crisp line work, and excellent preservation throughout. Minor wear consistent with age and careful handling. The canvas remains structurally sound and presents exceptionally well. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. Provenance The reverse bears a Tony Shafrazi Gallery, New York label identifying the work as Untitled by Keith Haring (1958–1990), described as signed and dated "K. Haring May 18, 1984" on the reverse, acrylic on canvas, measuring 31½ × 23½ inches (80 × 60 cm), painted in 1984. This gallery label is presented as part of the artwork's provenance and historical documentation and should not be interpreted as a certificate of authenticity or definitive proof of authorship. Description This energetic composition exemplifies the unmistakable visual language of Keith Haring, combining bold graphic imagery with vibrant color and universal symbolism. A radiant yellow field is intersected by dramatic black diagonals, animated white figures in motion, abstract geometric forms, and Haring's signature rhythmic line work, creating a composition filled with movement, optimism, and visual energy. The dynamic arrangement features iconic pictographic characters ascending a staircase while one raises a radiant symbolic object, evoking themes of progress, transformation, celebration, and human connection. Contrasting areas of red, yellow, black, and white are enriched by intricate decorative patterns that reinforce the painting's unmistakable Pop Art aesthetic and street-inspired visual vocabulary. Attributed to Keith Haring (1958–1990), the work reflects the bold simplicity, graphic clarity, and socially engaged imagery that established Haring as one of the defining artists of the 1980s. Its striking composition and instantly recognizable style make it an exceptional decorative statement for both contemporary and modern interiors. An outstanding addition to collections of Contemporary Art, Pop Art, Neo-Pop, Urban Art, and investment-quality decorative paintingsCondition Report:This artwork is offered as attributed to the artist referenced in the title. An attribution represents an opinion or belief regarding the possible authorship of the work, but it does not constitute a guarantee or certification of authenticity. This artwork is not catalogued, and no representation is made that it has been accepted by the artist's catalogue raisonné, estate, foundation, or any recognized authentication authority. Any provenance information provided with this lot is offered for informational purposes only and should not be considered a certificate of authenticity or definitive proof of authorship. In some cases, provenance information may be limited or unavailable. For additional information regarding this lot, including any available prov

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