Keith Haring x LA II
Untitled
1984
Aerosol on wood
119 × 75 cm
Unique
Location: Paris, France
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About the artwork
Created in 1984, this work is the fruit of an emblematic collaboration between Keith Haring and LA II (Angel Ortiz), one of the most influential duos on the New York scene in the 1980s. On a wooden support, the two artists deploy their fused visual language: a dense tangle of lines, curves, signatures and motifs that intertwine in a pulsating energy. Haring contributes his instantly recognizable graphic style - stylized silhouettes, rhythmic repetitions, sharp contours - while LA II superimposes his tags, arabesques and calligraphic tracings, saturating the space with color and movement. The exclusive use of spray paint reinforces the urban aesthetic of the work, faithful to the graffiti roots of both artists. The vivid, almost fluorescent colors create a vibrant composition that blends improvisation, spontaneity and mastery.
Expert opinion
This piece is a precious testimony to a pivotal period in New York street art. The collaborations between Keith Haring and LA II now occupy an essential place in the history of the movement: they embody the Downtown spirit, the encounter between an already iconic artist and a young graffiti prodigy whose graphic influence had a profound effect on Haring. The year 1984 is particularly significant, corresponding to one of the most intensive moments in their work together. This type of work, executed on wood and entirely in aerosol, is quite rare and highly sought-after, as it expresses in a raw way the creative synergy between the two artists. The piece stands out for: its uniqueness (not from a series), its excellent condition, the density of the visual dialogue between the two signatures, and the liveliness of the colors, typical of the duo's historic collaborations. It is an authentic and powerful example of the work shared between Haring and LA II, and a significant milestone for any collector specializing in street art, New York graffiti or the 1980s.
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