Keith Haring American 1958–1990 Acrylic on Canvas

Updated September 23, 2026

Title: Dancing Figure in Purple Technique: Acrylic on canvas Measures: 24 x 17 inches Year: Undated Condition: Good overall condition. The painted surface presents vivid, evenly saturated coloration with clearly defined black contours and crisp graphic forms throughout. Minor surface wear and handling marks consistent with age and display may be present. The canvas appears stable and display-ready, retaining its strong color contrasts and overall visual impact. No frame is visible in the supplied image. Provenance: Provenance information was not supplied. Visual Description: This vertical composition depicts a stylized purple figure captured in an animated dancing pose against a flat turquoise ground. The figure is constructed through simplified rounded forms enclosed by thick black contours, with bent legs, extended arms, and a spiraling central element suggesting vigorous bodily movement. Short curved black marks surrounding the figure reinforce the sensation of rhythmic motion. A bright yellow border encloses the composition, while an orange band punctuated by irregular black rectangular marks establishes a graphic ground line across the lower register. The restricted palette of purple, turquoise, yellow, orange, and black creates strong chromatic contrast and immediate visual clarity. Flat areas of unmodulated color, emphatic outlines, simplified anatomy, repeated movement marks, and the elimination of conventional perspective give the image the direct communicative quality associated with late 20th-century street art, Neo-Pop, and graffiti-influenced visual culture. This composition reflects stylistic elements commonly associated with major figures in modern and contemporary art. For additional information regarding certification, provenance, or any inquiries about this piece or other items, please don't hesitate to contact us through the HiBid platform. A secondary market exists for uncatalogued artworks like this one, which often results in lower estimated and sale prices compared to catalogued artist works. If you have any specific questions or require further assistance in understanding the value, context, or details of this artwork, we are here to help and provide any additional information you may need.

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