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Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled incised with the artist's signature and date Nov. 83 (on the reverse); signed and dated 1983 by Kermit Oswald (on the reverse) enamel on carved wood 41 ¾ by 35 by 2 ⅜ in. 106 by 88.9 by 6 cm. Executed in 1983.

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Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled incised with the artist's signature and date ♡83, and dedicated For Lisa, Merry Christmas, Love - Keith (on the reverse) enamel and DayGlo on carved wood 11 ¼ by 20 ¼ in. 28.6 by 51.4 cm. Executed in 1983.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled incised with the date 1984 (lower left); incised with the artist's signature, date 83♡ and dedicated For Kermit and Lisa, Merry Christmas, Love, Keith (on the reverse) enamel and DayGlo on carved wood 11 ¼ by 23 ⅞ in. 28.6 by 60.6 cm. Executed in 1983-84.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled incised with the artist's signature and date ♡83 (on the reverse) enamel and DayGlo on carved wood 11 ⅛ by 15 ⅝ in. 28.3 by 39.7 cm. Executed in 1983.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled incised with the artist's signature, date 86 and dedication For Lily (on the underside) aluminum 20 ¼ by 10 by 8 ½ in. 51.4 by 25.4 by 21.6 cm. Executed in 1986.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled signed and dated Aug-80 (on the verso) Sumi ink, acrylic and spray paint on paper 40 ⅛ by 34 ¾ in. 101.9 by 88.3 cm. Executed in 1980.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled signed, dated June 1986 and dedicated For Lily, Love Keith (on the reverse) enamel on wooden dresser open: 42 ¾ by 67 ⅝ by 37 ⅝ in. (108.6 by 171.8 by 95.6 cm.) closed: 42 ¾ by 16 by 37 ⅝ in. (108.6 by 40.6 by 95.6 cm.) Executed in 1986.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled signed, dated and variously inscribed Merry Christmas 1980 Happy New Year 1981 Into the Future (lower center) ink on paper 11 by 8 ½ in. 27.9 by 21.6 cm. Executed in 1980.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled dated 83 (upper left); signed and dated June 15 - 83 (right edge) Sumi ink on paper 45 by 58 ¼ in. 114.3 by 148 cm. Executed in 1983.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled signed, dated 1981 - May and dedicated For Kermit & Lisa - Kutztown (on the reverse) gold marker on plastic 24 by 36 in. 61 by 91.4 cm. Executed in 1981.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled signed and dated January 1982 (on the reverse) acrylic on particle board 17 ⅞ by 19 in. 45.4 by 48.3 cm. Executed in 1982.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled dated 83 (lower right); signed and dated Jun 15 - 83 (left edge) Sumi ink on paper 45 by 58 ¼ in. 114.3 by 148 cm. Executed in 1983.

Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Andy Mouse signed, dated 86 and numbered 10/30 (lower right) screenprint in colors on Lenox Museum Board sheet: 38 by 38 in. 96.3 by 96.2 cm. Executed in 1986, this impression is number 10 from the edition of 30 plus 10 artist's proofs, with the blindstamp of the printer, Rupert Jasen Smith, published by George Mulder Fine Art.

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Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled enamel on wooden crib 42 by 53 ¼ by 29 ⅜ in. 106.7 by 135.3 by 74.6 cm. Executed in 1986.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled signed twice, dated sept. 1-80 and dedicated FOR KERMIT & LISA (right edge) Sumi ink and marker on paper 22 ¼ by 30 in. 56.5 by 76.2 cm. Executed in 1980.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled (Painted Man) photograph mounted on Plexiglas 62 ¾ by 34 ¾ in. 159.4 by 88.3 cm. Executed in 1983.

View 1 of Lot 519: Untitled (Painted Man)

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Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled signed, dated May 7 1989 and dedicated "2 Dogs For Woody" Love, Keith (on the overlap) acrylic on canvas 24 by 24 by 3 ½ in. 61 by 61 by 8.9 cm. Executed in 1989.

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 The Blueprint Drawings [17 works] signed, dated '90 and inscribed For Kermit + Lisa (lower right of each) the complete set of 17 screenprints, on Arches Cover paper, with the justification page, loose (as issued), contained in the original wood portfolio box with screenprinted artist's name, title and date largest sheet: 42 ⅜ by 78 ¾ in. (107.7 by 200.1 cm.) overall: 43 ¾ by 6 ¼ by 2 ⅛ in. (112.4 by 158.2 by 5.5 cm.) Executed in 1990, this set is a proof set aside from the numbered edition of 33 plus 5 artist's proof sets, each with the blindstamp of the printer, Martin Lawrence Limited Editions, published by Durham Press. (17 prints)

View 1 of Lot 505: The Blueprint Drawings [17 works]

the blueprint drawings [17 works]

Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled signed and dated Nov. 83 (on the reverse) acrylic on particle board 12 ⅜ by 44 ⅝ in. 31.4 by 113.3 cm. Executed in 1983.

Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled (Subway Drawing) chalk on paper mounted on board, in original aluminum MTA mount 48 ⅞ by 67 ¾ in. 124.1 by 172.1 cm. Executed circa 1982.

View 1 of Lot 624: Untitled (Subway Drawing)

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Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring 1958 - 1990 Untitled signed and dated Nov. 17 1988 (on the verso) gouache, Sumi ink and printed paper collage on paper 38 ½ by 50 in. 97.8 by 127 cm. Executed in 1988.

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Haring's House: Works from the Collection of Kermit Oswald Keith Haring (1958 - 1990) Self-Portrait signed, titled, dated FEB. 4 - 85 and dedicated HAPPY BIRTHDAY - FOR KERMIT (on the overlap) acrylic on canvas 48 by 48 in. 121.9 by 121.9 cm. Executed in 1985.

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Announcement card for "Martin Fun(d)," featuring artwork by Keith Haring and Andy Warhol.<ul><li>Produced for the occasion of the "Martin Fun(d)" AIDS fundraising event at The Pyramid Club in New York City on September 4, 1986.</li><li>Folded announcement features Keith Haring artwork on one side and Andy Warhol illustrations on the other.</li><li>Offset lithograph print on heavy cardstock.</li></ul>

Martin Fund Announcement Card

An <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=announcement%20card&amp;tab=objects&amp;sortBy=bsp_dotcom_prod_en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">announcement card</a> to <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Keith%20Haring&amp;tab=objects&amp;sortBy=bsp_dotcom_prod_en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Keith Haring</a>'s seminal 1980 East Village open studio exhibition and artist residency at P.S. 122.<ul><li>After Keith Haring (American, 1958-1990).</li><li>Keith Haring PS 122, New York, NY 1980, October 18-19, 25-26 and November 1 and 2, 1980.</li><li>Accompanied by a gallery letter of authenticity.</li><li>Off-set print on card stock.</li><li>This work is presented unframed.</li></ul> P.S 122 Performance Space, was a 1980 East Village series of open studio shows at a former public school which famously provided Haring his first studio residency and open Individual studio space. A key historic early moment in the artist’s career which played a fundamental role in allowing Haring to confidently develop and exhibit his visual language and style with consistency. It is here at PS 122 where Haring would largely first develop his style for years to come. A holy grail Haring collectible marking the very beginning of his career.Publications &amp; Exhibitions: Keith Haring (American, 1958–1990), a Neo-Pop and Graffiti artist, had a short but prolific career centered on a vision to unite “high art,” urban aesthetics, and public spaces using humorous, irreverent, and poignant works. Born in Pennsylvania, Haring attended the Ivy School of Art in Pittsburgh for two years, planning to become a commercial artist. He found this path unsatisfying, and instead chose to study at the School of Visual Arts in New York, where he met fellow artists Jean Michel Basquiat and Kenny Scharf. Haring immersed himself in the culture of the city’s streets and clubs, and, in 1980, began covering the blank billboards on subway station walls with his Subway drawings in chalk. Haring’s bold public art attracted the attention of several galleries, and, by the early 1980s, he was painting large murals full time. In an effort to make his art widely accessible, Haring opened the Pop Shop in 1986 in downtown New York, selling commercial items adorned with his signature, cartoonish imagery. Haring combined graffiti, hip-hop, and urban aesthetics, frequently depicting animals, figures, commercial icons, sexual imagery, and childlike motifs in pieces that were both playful and concerned with social issues. His work became increasingly confrontational following his 1987 diagnosis of AIDS. Haring resolved to work harder than ever in his remaining years, creating pieces with a fervent speed and devoting his art to social action in addition to his personal expression. In 1989, he established the Keith Haring Foundation, whose goal is to promote art programs and public spaces for children, and to raise awareness about AIDS. He died on February 16, 1990 in New York at the age of 31. In addition to hundreds of exhibitions held during his lifetime, Haring has been the subject of numerous retrospectives in New York, San Francisco, Paris, Tokyo, and Berlin since his death.

Keith Haring at P.S. 122 Announcement Card

A handwritten letter by Keith Haring from 1989.<ul><li>Executed on the artist's personal stationery.</li><li>An endearing personal response by Haring to a young aspiring artist stationed in the US military.</li><li>Includes envelope bearing Haring's handwriting which is postmarked September, 1989.</li></ul>

Keith Haring Handwritten Letter

A printed <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Keith%20Haring&amp;tab=objects&amp;sortBy=bsp_dotcom_prod_en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Keith Haring</a> card with an original drawing of his iconic 'Crawling Baby' motif by the artist.<ul><li>Keith Haring (American, 1958-1990).</li><li>Printed paper board with original drawing on the reverse.</li><li>Drawing done in gold marker.</li><li>Letter of authenticity supplied by gallery.</li><li>This work is presented unframed.</li></ul> This early 1980s Keith Haring drawing was executed by the artist on printed material from his archive. The work features Haring’s iconic 'Crawling Baby' and printed figurative patterns on the reverse. The work was gifted by Haring to his close personal friend, the downtown art scene luminary, Maripol, and obtained directly from the former.

Haring Archival Card with Drawing

A collection of record cover art by Keith Haring.<ul><li>Sold as a set of 16.</li><li>Accompanied by their original vinyl records.</li><li>Includes the iconic "Life is Fresh! Crack is Wack!" cover.</li><li>Each piece was published during the artist's lifetime and designed directly by Haring.</li><li>Printed artist copyright and artwork credit on each piece.</li></ul>

Record Cover Art: A Collection of 16 Works

A hat produced in advance of Haring's 1984 Keith Haring World Tour, which has been signed and illustrated by the artist.<ul><li>White cotton painter's cap with black marker drawing of Haring’s dancing figures and a bold Haring signature dated 1983 on the brim.</li><li>Stitching on the reverse reads: “Keith Haring World Tour 1984.”</li></ul>

Signed and Illustrated Keith Haring World Tour Hat

A handwritten letter from Keith Haring to artist, editor and poet Ira Cohen on Haring's personal stationary.<ul><li>Signed "Chow— Keith" to the lower mid-right.</li><li>Envelope hand-addressed by Haring.</li><li>Postmarked November 1986.</li></ul>

Letter to Ira Cohen

An invitation designed by <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Keith%20Haring&amp;tab=objects&amp;sortBy=bsp_dotcom_prod_en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Keith Haring</a> to the <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Martin%20Luther%20King&amp;tab=objects&amp;sortBy=bsp_dotcom_prod_en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Martin Luther King</a> Day celebration in 1988.<ul><li>After Keith Haring (American, 1958-1990).</li><li>Printed signature upper right.</li><li>Offset printed double-sided invitation.</li><li>This work is presented unframed.</li></ul> In 1988, 20 years after the death of Martin Luther King Jr., Keith Haring illustrated this extremely rare invite in celebration of one night event hosted by the artist at The Palladium. Haring hosted alongside legendary DJ’s Jellybean Benitez (Madonna’s 1st producer), &amp; Larry Levan (Paradise Garage).

Keith Haring Martin Luther King Day Celebration Invitation

Vinyl record covers featuring artwork by Keith Haring.<ul><li>Sold as a set of 4.</li><li>Includes the following records:</li><li>David Bowie:&nbsp;Without You.</li><li>Peace Birds '88 All Stars:&nbsp;Hiroshima.</li><li>Run DMC:&nbsp;Christmas In Hollis.</li><li>Sylvester: Someone Like You.</li><li>Each includes its original vinyl record.</li><li>Offset lithographs on cardboard record covers.</li></ul>

Record Cover Art: A Collection of 4 Works

<a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Vinyl%20record%20cover&amp;tab=objects&amp;sortBy=bsp_dotcom_prod_en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vinyl record cover </a>on Rap It album featuring original artwork by <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=keith%20haring&amp;tab=objects&amp;sortBy=bsp_dotcom_prod_en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Keith Haring</a> and <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=keith%20haring&amp;tab=objects&amp;sortBy=bsp_dotcom_prod_en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Futura 2000</a> (reverse side).<ul><li>After Keith Haring (American, 1958-1990).</li><li>After Futura 2000 (American, born 1955).</li><li>Published in 1983.</li><li>Offset lithograph on vinyl record jacket.</li><li>Vinyl record included.</li><li>This work is presented unframed.</li></ul> Whether collaborating with Grace Jones, Andy Warhol, and Jean-Michel Basquiat, regularly frequenting clubs like Paradise Garage alongside close friend Larry Levan, or sketching DJ robots, New York artist and activist Keith Haring’s work was deeply entwined with the music world lending his vision to sounds by everyone from David Bowie to Run DMC.

Keith Haring and Futura 2000 Vinyl Record Art

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