Andy Mouse
5 works
Keith Haring Dog For Sale
Keith Haring
Dog, 1986
Screen print in red on black painted plywood
50 1/8 x 37 3/4 in 127.3 x 95.9 cm
Edition
Edition of 10
About this work
Keith Haring's Best Buddies screen print is a vibrant and emblematic artwork that encapsulates the artist's iconic style and his commitment to social causes. Created in 1990, Best Buddies exemplifies Haring's ability to merge bold lines, bright colors, and simple yet impactful imagery to convey complex messages.At first glance, Best Buddies appears as a joyful composition featuring two figures locked in a tight embrace. Haring's distinctive figures, characterized by their fluid lines and lack of facial features, exude a sense of unity, friendship, and inclusivity. The figures' intertwined bodies convey a powerful message of love, support, and solidarity, transcending barriers of race, gender, and sexuality.However, a closer examination reveals deeper layers of meaning within the artwork. Haring was openly gay and a prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, and Best Buddies can be interpreted as a celebration of queer love and companionship. In a time when the AIDS epidemic was ravaging the LGBTQ+ community, Haring used his art as a platform to raise awareness and promote acceptance and understanding.The title Best Buddies further reinforces the theme of friendship and camaraderie. Haring believed in the transformative power of human connection and often portrayed figures coming together in gestures of solidarity. In Best Buddies, the embrace between the two figures symbolizes the universal need for love, acceptance, and companionship.The use of the screen printing technique enhances the visual impact of the artwork. Haring's bold, graphic style lends itself well to this medium, allowing for crisp lines and vibrant colors. The simplicity of the composition belies its emotional depth, drawing viewers in and inviting them to contemplate the significance of human connection.Best Buddies is not only a testament to Keith Haring's artistic talent but also a poignant reflection of his humanitarian values. Through his art, Haring sought to break down barriers and foster a sense of belonging and community. Best Buddies stands as a timeless reminder of the power of love and friendship to transcend differences and unite us all.
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Auction History
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DOG [THREE WORKS] · Keith Haring · Sotheby's · 2015-05 · $1,690,000
Dog · Keith Haring · Phillips · 2020-01 · $775,732
Dog · Keith Haring · Phillips · 2019-06 · $461,158
Dog · Keith Haring · Sotheby's · 2023-04 · $444,500
DOG · Keith Haring · Sotheby's · 2017-05 · $432,500
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Keith Haring Other Prints Prints For Sale
Keith Haring's diverse body of print works represents some of the most accessible yet profoundly significant examples of late twentieth-century Pop Art. Created between 1985 and 1990, these prints demonstrate Haring's masterful ability to distill complex social commentary into universally recognizable visual language. Works such as "Silence = Death" (1989) and "Statue of Liberty" (1986) exemplify the artist's fearless engagement with political activism, addressing the AIDS crisis and American identity during a tumultuous era. Meanwhile, playful compositions like "Dog" (1985, 1986) and "Best Buddies" (1990) showcase the exuberant linework and kinetic energy that made Haring's imagery iconic across both fine art and popular culture.
The technical execution of these prints varies from screenprints to lithographs, each medium chosen to maximize the impact of Haring's bold contours and vibrant color fields. The "Retrospect" series (1989), documented in Littmann's catalogue raisonné, demonstrates Haring's sophisticated understanding of printmaking as both a democratic art form and a vehicle for artistic innovation. Created in the final years of his life, these works carry particular poignancy—they represent a mature artist synthesizing themes of love, death, activism, and joy with unprecedented urgency and clarity.
From a market perspective, Haring's prints occupy a unique position as both entry points for new collectors and essential holdings for established collections. The artist's institutional presence continues to strengthen, with major museum retrospectives reinforcing his position within the contemporary canon. Prints bearing Littmann catalogue numbers—such as those in this selection—benefit from scholarly documentation that enhances provenance and collectibility. Works addressing social issues, particularly those related to AIDS activism, have seen increased appreciation as collectors recognize their historical significance and continued relevance.
These prints represent more than mere multiples; they are primary statements from an artist who viewed printmaking as central to his practice rather than ancillary. Each work in this selection carries Haring's distinctive visual DNA while addressing themes that transcend their creation date, making them compelling acquisitions for discerning collectors.
Available through Guy Hepner, a leading authority in contemporary prints and multiples.
About Keith Haring
Keith Haring prints for sale at Guy Hepner include works from the most sought-after series in his catalogue: the Blueprint Drawings, Retrospect, Lucky Strike, Andy Mouse, and the Pop Shop editions. Keith Haring paintings for sale and Keith Haring original art for sale through our New York gallery are sourced from authenticated secondary market collections with full provenance.
Keith Haring (1958–1990) transformed the walls of the New York City subway into a gallery before taking his visual language to the world's most prestigious museums. Born in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, he arrived in New York in 1978 and developed the bold, energetic vocabulary — radiant babies, barking dogs, crawling figures — that would define his legacy. His career was cut short when he died of AIDS-related complications in 1990 at thirty-one, having compressed a lifetime's output into a decade of extraordinary productivity.
Keith Haring Paintings For Sale
Keith Haring paintings for sale represent some of the most sought-after works on the contemporary secondary market. His paintings — executed in acrylic on canvas, tarpaulin, or found materials — carry his full signature vocabulary: interlocking figures, radiating lines, and the symbolic shorthand developed across thousands of public works and private commissions. Major series include the Blueprint Drawings, Icons, and monumental canvases that translate his street aesthetic into gallery-scale statements.
Haring's auction record reflects his enduring market strength. Works from his most productive period (1982–1989) consistently achieve seven-figure results at Christie's, Sotheby's, and Phillips. Paintings from the White Icons series — stark works on black backgrounds — are among his most instantly recognisable and command exceptional premiums. At Guy Hepner Gallery, we source Keith Haring paintings for sale from authenticated secondary market collections with full provenance documentation.
Keith Haring Prints For Sale
Keith Haring prints for sale encompass a rich body of editions produced throughout the 1980s. His screenprint series are particularly prized: Andy Mouse, Lucky Strike, Retrospect (1989), and the Pop Shop editions produced through his own retail venture on Lafayette Street. Signed and numbered editions from these series are the most actively traded and form the foundation of many Haring collections.
Buy Keith Haring Original Art
Beyond prints, Haring produced drawings, sculptures, and unique works on paper. His Blueprint Drawings — executed with ink on blueprint paper — offer collectors an intimate window into his process and are increasingly sought after. When acquiring Keith Haring original art for sale, prioritise works with clear exhibition history and provenance from dealers who worked with Haring during his lifetime. Signed prints from identified series with documented edition details offer the strongest combination of accessibility and long-term value.
Buy Keith Haring art at Guy Hepner Gallery, 177 Tenth Avenue, New York.