{"product_id":"keith-haring-happy-new-year-1989-hand-finished-silkscreen-on-handmade-paper","title":"Keith Haring – Happy New Year 1989! – Hand-Finished Silkscreen on Handmade Paper","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn iconic \u003cb\u003emanually reworked silkscreen on handmade paper\u003c\/b\u003e by \u003cb\u003eKeith Haring\u003c\/b\u003e, featuring a joyful New Year message: \u003ci\u003eHappy New Year 1989!\u003c\/i\u003e. The work was designed as a \u003cb\u003eNew Year’s card for Galerie Hans Mayer, Düsseldorf\u003c\/b\u003e, a gallery that played a pivotal role in the dissemination of Haring’s work in Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe silkscreen is \u003cb\u003emanually reworked, signed, and dated in black “Keith 89”\u003c\/b\u003e, accompanied by Haring’s characteristic symbol. In addition, it bears a \u003cb\u003eprinted red signature in the lower left\u003c\/b\u003e within the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe artwork showcases Haring’s unmistakable visual language, with \u003cb\u003edynamic dancing figures\u003c\/b\u003e rendered in bold red lines, energized by black accents and rhythmic movement. The composition reflects his signature blend of \u003cb\u003estreet art, pop art, and graphic immediacy\u003c\/b\u003e, making it instantly recognizable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe celebratory message \u003ci\u003e“Happy New Year 1989!”\u003c\/i\u003e gains additional significance through its historical context: \u003cb\u003e1989 was the final year of Haring’s life\u003c\/b\u003e, giving the work a unique emotional and art-historical resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis example is particularly \u003cb\u003erare\u003c\/b\u003e, as it was produced \u003cb\u003ebefore the addition of the gallery imprint\u003c\/b\u003e. It also retains the original fold, consistent with its function as a mailed New Year greeting, further enhancing its authenticity and collectible appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe work is \u003cb\u003eprofessionally framed\u003c\/b\u003e, mounted on black linen,floated presented in an acid-free passe-partout, in a custom-made black wooden frame with \u003cb\u003ePlexiglas® Optical HC\u003c\/b\u003e (UV protection, scratch-resistant, minimal reflection).\u003cbr\u003eFramed size: approx. 65 × 85 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeith Haring (1958–1990)\u003c\/b\u003e is one of the most influential artists of the late 20th century and a key figure in \u003cb\u003eNew York street art and pop art\u003c\/b\u003e. His work is defined by direct visual communication, bold iconography, and strong social engagement. Haring collaborated with major contemporaries such as \u003cb\u003eJean-Michel Basquiat\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eAndy Warhol\u003c\/b\u003e, and his work is held in leading museum collections including the \u003cb\u003eMuseum of Modern Art\u003c\/b\u003e and the \u003cb\u003eTate\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe market for Keith Haring remains exceptionally strong, with sustained international demand for both unique works and \u003cb\u003elimited edition prints\u003c\/b\u003e, making this rare early piece a highly desirable acquisition for collectors of \u003cb\u003econtemporary art, pop art, and street art\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAuthenticity and provenance guaranteed.\u003cbr\u003eDelivered with a certificate of authenticity.\u003cbr\u003eWorldwide shipping, tax-friendly to the USA and EU countries.\u003cbr\u003eCustom handmade framing available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SitterArt.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53766553928019,"sku":null,"price":8400.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/1711\/1614\/files\/KeithHaring-sitterart_47278062-cd07-4217-b989-0d10418235b1.jpg?v=1778869250","url":"https:\/\/sitterart.com\/products\/keith-haring-happy-new-year-1989-hand-finished-silkscreen-on-handmade-paper","provider":"SitterArt.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}