One of the key figures in the New York art world of the 1980s,
Keith Haring (1958-1990) created a signature style that blended
street art, graffiti, a Pop sensibility, and cartoon elements to
unique, memorable effect. With thick black outlines, bright colors,
and kinetic figures, his public (and occasionally illegal)
interventions, sculptures, and works on canvas and paper have
become instantly recognizable icons of 20th-century visual culture.
From his first chalk drawings in the New York City subway stations,
to his renowned "Radiant Baby" symbol, and his commissions for
Swatch Watch and Absolut Vodka, Haring's work was both emblematic
of the manic work ethic of 1980s New York, yet distinctive for its
social awareness. Belying their bright, playful aesthetics, his
pieces often tackled intensely controversial socio-political
issues, including racism, capitalism, religious fundamentalism, and
the increasing impact of AIDS on New York's gay community, the
latter foreshadowing his own death from the disease in 1990. In
this vivid introduction to Haring's work, we explore the dynamic
life and innovative spirit of this singular artist, who spent
little more than a decade in the spotlight, but through the
accessibility of his visual vocabulary and the strength of his
political commitment became one of the most significant artists to
emerge from New York's vibrant, downtown community. About the
series Born back in 1985, the Basic Art Series has evolved into the
best-selling art book collection ever published. Each book in
TASCHEN's Basic Art series features: a detailed chronological
summary of the life and oeuvre of the artist, covering his or her
cultural and historical importance a concise biography
approximately 100 illustrations with explanatory captions
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