Keith Haring’s “Untitled” artwork was created in 1982 during the early development of his career as a graffiti artist in NYC. The piece features his iconic radiant heart-love motif, which would become a frequent appearance in his subsequent works. During 1984 to 1986, Haring achieved international recognition and critical acclaim for his art, where he often used current social and political events as inspirations for his work.
Haring is famously known for the distinctive and instantly recognizable style that served as one of the defining hallmarks of pop art in the 1980s. His legacy is managed by The Keith Haring Foundation, which ensures the preservation and management of his artwork. Apart from being a celebrated artist, he was also part of the legendary New York art scene that dominated artistic trends during this period.
Notably, a large-scale exhibition known as “Keith Haring: 1978-1982” takes visitors through specific stages of Haring’s early career with an incredible selection showcasing about 155 works on paper alongside archival objects and videos highlighting his evolution as an urban street artist who represented global social themes while drawing attention to “gay rights” issues before he passed away at just age thirty-one due to AIDS-related complications.
