Keith Haring, 1958-1990: A Life for Art
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Alexandra Kolassa
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- File Type: PDF
- File Size: 8.7 MB
- Book Language: English
- Total Page Count: 100
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Keith Haring, 1958-1990: A Life for Art
Keith Haring, 1958-1990: A Life for Art is a digital PDF monograph by Alexandra Kolassa, published by TASCHEN. This 100-page volume offers an accessible introduction to the artist’s life, work, and enduring influence. Download the PDF now for instant access on your preferred reading device.
Book Overview
Alexandra Kolassa traces Keith Haring’s journey from a young artist drawing in the New York subway to a globally recognized figure in contemporary art. The book shows how Haring built a visual language rooted in line, movement, and symbol. It also places his work within the club, street, and media culture of 1980s New York.
This digital edition belongs to the category of art biography and criticism. It covers Haring’s paintings, murals, drawings, and public interventions, as well as his collaborations with children and his response to the social issues of his time.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- An overview of Haring’s early development and the influences that shaped his style.
- His transition from subway drawings to studio work and international exhibitions.
- Discussion of his use of public space, commercial imagery, and popular culture.
- Exploration of themes of childhood, sexuality, crime, and mortality in his art.
- A chronology that maps the artist’s achievements from 1958 to 1990.
Why This Book Matters
Keith Haring’s art remains a powerful testimony to late twentieth-century America. His bold lines and repeated figures became symbols of joy, protest, and visibility. This book matters because it connects the artist’s personal biography to the cultural and political currents that defined his generation.
Book Details
| Author | Alexandra Kolassa |
|---|---|
| Publisher | TASCHEN GmbH |
| ISBN-13 | 978-3-8228-3145-8 |
| ISBN-10 | 3-8228-3145-x |
| Pages | 100 |
| Format | |
| File Size | 8.7 MB |
| Language | English |
| Publication Year | 2006 |
Device Compatibility
This is a digital download, so there is no physical shipping. After purchase, the PDF is available for instant access. It works with compatible Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, and mobile reading applications.
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When will I receive the book? The PDF is delivered immediately after purchase.
Is a physical copy included? No. This listing is for a digital edition only.
Which devices can I use? You can read it on your preferred PDF reader, including tablets, phones, computers, and many e-reader apps.
Download this digital edition today and explore the life and art of Keith Haring.
Verified Bibliographic Details
| Place of Publication | Koln |
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| File Size (Bytes) | 9089232 |
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