Keith Haring is enjoying a renaissance in popularity right now, and with one of the most standout linework styles in contemporary art, it is hard to recall anything beyond those lovable running, dancing figures. That line quality, though, must certainly have found its origins in deep-rooted investigations through indigenous cultures and primitive letterforms mixed with a modern fiery street graffiti energy and inextinguishable spirit, all of which is visible in these two Untitled pieces.
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