Original 1989 Keith Haring, Ignorance = Fear Silence = Death poster:
On behalf of the New York-based AIDS activist group AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power (ACT UP), Keith Haring designed and executed this poster in 1989 after the artist had been diagnosed the previous year. Haring's imagery here references the 'three wise monkeys' that, "see nothing, hear nothing, say nothing". Within this illustration Haring refers to the public's ignorance with respect to Aids and calls for critical awareness of the 'facts'.

A large, vibrant original Haring print that makes for standout wall art within reach. A key historical Haring collectible which is featured in the Whitney's permanent collection and Catalog Raisonne of Haring posters by Jürgen and Osten. Difficult to obtain as presented here in very good overall condition.

Offset lithograph printed in colors.
Dimensions: 24 x 43 inches.
Condition: Minor signs of handling & edge wear; in otherwise good to very good overall vintage condition (no fading, rips or tears).
Features Haring printed signature; quite scarce in good condition; printed signature from an edition of unknown.

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