Keith Haring: (Reduced size) (Rizzoli Classics)

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The Art Newspaper’s Book Club shines a light on art books in their myriad forms and brings you exclusive extracts, interviews and recommendations from leading art world figures. An incredibly prolific artist Keith Haring created countless bold provocative endearing and unforgettable images that continue to inspire artists and delight children ”worldwide. 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.

Very light tide mark at the spine fold, but a particularly crisp copy of a book much given to discolouration.Forty years after he came to prominence, Haring’s art continues to garner worldwide recognition, breaking down barriers and spreading joy, while taking on complex issues that remain crucial today, from environmentalism, capitalism and the proliferation of new technologies to religion, sexuality and race.

A must-have for any contemporary art bookshelf, this 256-page, 11x11-inch hardcover combines a generous, career-spanning plate section with a wealth of archival materials and documentary photographs, a contextualizing illustrated timeline and a rich blend of essays and reflections by those who knew him well.

Titled after a quote from Haring’s journals, Art Is for Everybody centers on the artist’s activism, the emphasis he placed on community and his egalitarian approach to art and life. staple bound; black-and-white; edition size unknown; unsigned and unnumbered; offset-printed First artist's book by Keith Haring. Keith Haring believed that art should be enjoyed by everyone, not just those with the money or inclination to visit museums.