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Keith Haring Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Keith Haring our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Keith Haring · 1958 – 1990

Montreux

Discover Keith Haring’s vibrant ‘Montreux’ – a dynamic pop art celebration of music & movement! Bold lines, joyful energy, & cultural significance. Perfect for collectors & interiors.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Untitled (235)

Discover Keith Haring’s ‘Untitled (235)’ – a vibrant pop art poster celebrating movement & culture! Bold lines, joyful colors, & social impact. Perfect for collectors.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Andy Mouse

1986 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

A vibrant Pop Art fusion! Keith Haring's 'Andy Mouse' playfully combines Mickey and Warhol, celebrating friendship & critiquing consumerism with bold lines & iconic imagery.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Secret Pastures

1985 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Explore Keith Haring’s ‘Secret Pastures’! A dynamic abstract composition of bold lines & vibrant colors. Discover this iconic pop art piece's energy & unique style.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Icons

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Explore Keith Haring’s ‘Icons’ series – vibrant Pop Art lithographs featuring iconic figures like The Radiant Baby & The Dog. A poignant look at innocence, chaos, and Haring's legacy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Icons

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Explore Keith Haring’s iconic ‘Icons’ series, featuring the enigmatic smiling face and other signature figures from 1990. This vibrant painting captures Haring's playful style and profound themes of innocence and mystery – discover this unique artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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National Coming Out Day USA

1988 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Keith Haring's vibrant 'National Coming Out Day USA' captures a dynamic figure in yellow, symbolizing freedom and resilience. This iconic 1988 piece embodies Haring’s signature style and celebrates identity. Discover this powerful artwork and own a piece of art history.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Icons

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Experience Keith Haring’s iconic ‘Icons’ series featuring the beloved Radiant Baby, a symbol of innocence and potential. This vibrant 1990 lithograph captures Haring's signature style and playful energy – discover this unique artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Slience=Death

1989 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Explore Keith Haring's 'Slience=Death,' a powerful 1989 mural addressing the AIDS crisis through vibrant imagery and social commentary. A poignant piece reflecting Haring’s activism.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Untitled

1982 · MOMA - Museum of Modern Art, New York City · original 1705 x 182 cm

Keith Haring’s ‘Tower,’ a monumental mural of vibrant figures symbolizing maternal resilience and hope during the AIDS epidemic, is a powerful statement from the 1980s. Discover this iconic artwork and its profound message – own a piece of art history.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Andy mouse

Keith Haring's iconic Andy Mouse blends Mickey Mouse with Warhol's Pop Art style, capturing commercialism and artistic legacy. Explore this vibrant Neo-Pop masterpiece and discover a unique piece to own.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Icons

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Vibrant Keith Haring Icons series captures youthful innocence and cosmic mystery through iconic figures like the Radiant Baby and the Smiley Face, reflecting the artist's unique style from 1990. Discover this captivating artwork and own a piece of Haring’s legacy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Untitled (people)

1985 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Vibrant mosaic of figures by Keith Haring captures 80s energy; explore this iconic pop art masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Free South Africa

1985 · Inter-American Development Bank, Washington, D.C.

Bold black-and-white illustration by Keith Haring captures the struggle against oppression in ‘Free South Africa,’ a powerful commentary on injustice through simplified figures and dynamic lines, perfect for art lovers.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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The Blueprint Drawings

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Keith Haring’s ‘The Blueprint Drawings,’ a dynamic Pop Art piece brimming with playful energy and bold lines, captures the spirit of 1980s New York through simplified figures and vibrant geometric patterns. Explore this iconic artwork and bring Haring's revolutionary vision home.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Sweet Saturday Night

1985 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Keith Haring’s vibrant ‘Sweet Saturday Night,’ a dynamic Pop Art piece from 1985, explodes with energetic lines and playful shapes against a stark black canvas—a captivating glimpse into graffiti art's fusion with fine art technique. Explore this iconic artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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The Blueprint Drawings

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Experience Keith Haring's energetic black and white comic strip art, capturing playful narratives with bold lines; discover this iconic piece of 1980s pop culture.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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The Blueprint Drawings

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Explore Keith Haring’s ‘The Blueprint Drawings,’ a dynamic 1990 grid of simplified figures in bold black lines. Pop Art-influenced & socially conscious, this iconic piece captures urban life.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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Monkey Puzzle

1988

Experience Keith Haring's vibrant 'Monkey Puzzle'! This iconic Pop Art piece bursts with energy & playful figures in a dynamic, circular composition – a joyful celebration of community and connection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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The Blueprint Drawings

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Experience Keith Haring's energetic Pop Art style with The Blueprint Drawings, a dynamic black and white depiction of urban life; discover this iconic piece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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The Blueprint Drawings

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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The Blueprint Drawings

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Keith Haring’s iconic silkscreen print ‘The Blueprint Drawings,’ bursting with bold lines and playful geometric shapes—a cornerstone of 1980s Street Art—captures a dynamic composition featuring stylized figures and invites viewers to explore this timeless masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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The Blueprint Drawings

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Experience the raw energy of Keith Haring's Pop Art style with The Blueprint Drawings; bold lines capture urban tension from the 1990s—discover this iconic piece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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The Blueprint Drawings

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Experience the dynamic energy of Keith Haring's Pop Art masterpiece, The Blueprint Drawings, a bold black and white study of urban life; discover this iconic piece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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The Blueprint Drawings

1990 · Nakamura Keith Haring Collection, Hōkuto

Explore Keith Haring’s ‘The Blueprint Drawings,’ a striking black & white graphic depiction of falling figures. Pop Art influence meets social commentary – a unique piece by the iconic artist.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 101 artworks by Keith Haring
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The artist

Keith Haring

1958 – 1990

Quick facts

Vibeplayful, bold
Works on APS101
Copyright statusUnder copyright
Top 3 worksMontreux, Untitled (235), Andy Mouse
Corpus themessocial commentary, disney, seuss, activism, comic strips
Color intensityvivid, balanced
Lifespan32 years
Born1958, Reading, United States

Biography

A Radiant Legacy: The Life and Art of Keith Haring

Keith Allen Haring, a name inextricably linked to the vibrant pulse of 1980s New York City, was far more than simply an artist; he was a cultural phenomenon. Born on May 4, 1958, in Reading, Pennsylvania, his artistic journey didn’t begin within the formal confines of academic training but rather amidst the playful landscapes of childhood imagination. Influenced by the whimsical cartoons of Walt Disney and Dr. Seuss alongside the classic comic strips of Charles Schulz, young Keith developed a keen eye for visual storytelling. His father, Allan Haring, an amateur cartoonist himself, nurtured this early passion, unknowingly laying the foundation for a revolutionary artistic voice. This formative period instilled in Haring a love for bold lines, simplified forms, and narratives accessible to all – qualities that would come to define his signature style. A brief stint at the Ivy School of Professional Art in Pittsburgh proved stifling; he yearned for direct, personal expression, inspired by Robert Henri’s *The Art Spirit*, embarking on a path of self-discovery determined to forge his own visual language.

From Subway Chalk to Global Icon

Moving to New York City in the late 1970s proved pivotal. The city's downtown art scene was a crucible of creativity, and Haring quickly immersed himself within it, befriending artists like Kenny Scharf and Jean-Michel Basquiat. However, he wasn’t content confining his work to galleries or studios. Instead, he took his art directly to the people, utilizing unused advertising panels in New York City subway stations as his canvas. Using white chalk on black matte paper, Haring created a continuous stream of dynamic figures and symbols – barking dogs, radiant babies, dancing figures – that captivated commuters and transformed the mundane into moments of artistic encounter. These “subway drawings” weren’t acts of vandalism; they were gifts to the public, spontaneous expressions of life and energy. This bold move established him as a unique voice in the burgeoning street art movement, bypassing traditional gatekeepers and connecting directly with his audience. It was here that Haring truly began to develop his iconic visual vocabulary, one characterized by its accessibility, optimism, and underlying social commentary. The radiant baby, perhaps his most recognizable motif, emerged during this period – a symbol of innocence, purity, and the preciousness of life.

Art as Activism: A Voice for Change

As Haring’s fame grew throughout the 1980s, so did his commitment to using art as a vehicle for social change. His work increasingly addressed pressing issues of the time – the AIDS epidemic, drug abuse, racial inequality, and political oppression. The stark mural *Crack is Wack* (1986), painted on a handball court in Harlem, became an iconic symbol of the city’s struggle with the crack cocaine crisis. He designed posters advocating for safe sex practices during the height of the AIDS epidemic, using his vibrant imagery to deliver crucial public health messages. His activism extended beyond national borders; he created a *Free South Africa* poster in 1985 and, in 1986, painted a section of the Berlin Wall – a powerful statement against division and oppression. Haring’s association with Andy Warhol further solidified his place within the art world, leading to collaborations like "Andy Mouse," a playful yet poignant commentary on pop culture and celebrity. He understood that art had the power to transcend boundaries, spark dialogue, and inspire action.

Enduring Influence and Lasting Impact

Despite his untimely death from AIDS-related complications on February 16, 1990, at the age of 31, Keith Haring’s legacy continues to resonate today. His work is celebrated not only for its aesthetic appeal but also for its unwavering commitment to social justice and human connection. The Nakamura Keith Haring Collection in Hokuto, Japan, stands as a testament to his global impact, housing an extensive collection of his drawings, paintings, and sculptures. Museums worldwide showcase his murals and artwork, ensuring that his message reaches new generations. His *Blueprint Drawings*, with their striking black-and-white depictions of falling figures, exemplify his ability to convey complex emotions through simple forms. Haring’s influence can be seen in contemporary street art, graphic design, and popular culture. He demonstrated that art could be both accessible and profound, playful and politically charged.

Key Influences: Walt Disney, Dr. Seuss, Charles Schulz, Robert Henri, Andy Warhol.
Signature Style: Bold lines, simplified forms, vibrant colors, accessible narratives.
Major Themes: Social justice, activism, sexuality, life and death, innocence and corruption.

He proved that a single line, wielded with intention and passion, could change the world. His work remains a powerful reminder of the importance of using creativity as a force for good, inspiring artists and activists alike to speak truth to power and advocate for a more just and equitable future. Exploring Haring’s world offers a deeper understanding of his vision; resources like The Keith Haring Foundation (haring.com) provide an extensive archive of his work and insights into his artistic process. His legacy isn't merely a collection of images, but an invitation to engage with the world around us, question assumptions, and embrace art as a catalyst for change.

Questions & Answers

How popular are Keith Haring's artworks?

Statistics about Keith Haring's works are available on the artist's Stats page.

In which historical period did Keith Haring work?

Keith Haring worked in the Contemporary period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

Where are Keith Haring's artworks grouped by art movement?

The All Movements page groups Keith Haring's artworks by art movement.

By the WahooArt.com Editorial Team Updated Aug. 31, 2026

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