Pop Shop - Quad
by Keith Haring
Year: 1987
Medium: Silkscreen
Size: 25 x 30 in (63.5 x 76.2 cm)
Edition of 45 signed and numbered by Keith Haring
Celebrating Keith Haring’s vibrant Pop Shop era, Pop Shop – Quad (1987) is a silkscreen measuring 25 × 30 inches (63.5 × 76.2 cm). Produced in a scarce edition of just 45, each impression is signed and numbered by the artist, underscoring its authenticity and desirability. Blending Haring’s iconic imagery with exceptional rarity, this work stands as a prized acquisition for collectors of postwar and contemporary art.
Pop Shop – Quad by Keith Haring is one of the artist’s most recognizable print compositions, bringing together four iconic images from his celebrated Pop Shop series. First released through Haring’s Pop Shop initiative in the mid-1980s, the work was created to make contemporary art accessible to a wider audience. While it was not a direct street graffiti piece, its bold outlines, radiant figures, and graphic energy evolved directly from Haring’s legendary New York subway drawings and public murals.
The four-panel composition captures Haring’s universal themes of love, movement, equality, and collective energy. Each image functions independently while contributing to a larger visual conversation about human connection and optimism. Its vibrant palette and instantly recognizable symbols reflect Haring’s belief that art should be shared rather than confined to elite spaces.
Collectors consider Pop Shop – Quad one of the cornerstone editions in Keith Haring’s print market. Its limited edition status, historical significance, and enduring global demand make it a blue-chip acquisition for both established and emerging collectors.
Curator Insight: At ArtLife Gallery, we regard Pop Shop – Quad as the purest expression of Haring’s mission—transforming public art into timeless, museum-quality editions without losing its original energy.
The work belongs to Haring’s mature Pop Shop period and relates closely to Pop Shop I–IV, Radiant Baby, Totem, and his celebrated subway drawings, marking the height of his iconic visual language.
Keith Haring (1958–1990) was an influential American artist known for his bold lines, vivid colors, and instantly recognizable figures that helped define the New York art scene of the 1980s. Combining elements of Pop Art, graffiti, and street culture, Haring created energetic artworks featuring dancing figures, barking dogs, radiant babies, and symbolic imagery exploring humanity, love, social justice, and political activism.
Born in Reading, Pennsylvania, Haring moved to New York City in 1978 to study at the School of Visual Arts. He gained public attention through his chalk drawings on unused subway advertising panels, transforming everyday urban spaces into accessible public art. His distinctive visual language soon attracted international recognition and led to exhibitions, collaborations, and large-scale murals.
In 1986, Haring opened the Pop Shop in Manhattan, offering prints, clothing, and other products featuring his designs. The shop reflected his belief that art should reach people beyond traditional galleries and museums. Throughout his career, he addressed important social issues, including racism, apartheid, drug abuse, and the AIDS epidemic.
After being diagnosed with AIDS in 1988, Haring continued creating art and established the Keith Haring Foundation in 1989 to support AIDS-related organizations and children's programs. He died in 1990, aged 31, leaving a lasting legacy in contemporary art.
Today, Keith Haring art prints and original artworks remain sought after by collectors worldwide. Understanding an artwork's edition, condition, provenance, and market history is essential when evaluating its value. Explore our guide to Keith Haring print valuation and learn more about the investment potential of Keith Haring art.
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Pop Shop - Quad
by Keith Haring
Year: 1987
Medium: Silkscreen
Size: 25 x 30 in (63.5 x 76.2 cm)
Edition of 45 signed and numbered by Keith Haring
Celebrating Keith Haring’s vibrant Pop Shop era, Pop Shop – Quad (1987) is a silkscreen measuring 25 × 30 inches (63.5 × 76.2 cm). Produced in a scarce edition of just 45, each impression is signed and numbered by the artist, underscoring its authenticity and desirability. Blending Haring’s iconic imagery with exceptional rarity, this work stands as a prized acquisition for collectors of postwar and contemporary art.
Pop Shop – Quad by Keith Haring is one of the artist’s most recognizable print compositions, bringing together four iconic images from his celebrated Pop Shop series. First released through Haring’s Pop Shop initiative in the mid-1980s, the work was created to make contemporary art accessible to a wider audience. While it was not a direct street graffiti piece, its bold outlines, radiant figures, and graphic energy evolved directly from Haring’s legendary New York subway drawings and public murals.
The four-panel composition captures Haring’s universal themes of love, movement, equality, and collective energy. Each image functions independently while contributing to a larger visual conversation about human connection and optimism. Its vibrant palette and instantly recognizable symbols reflect Haring’s belief that art should be shared rather than confined to elite spaces.
Collectors consider Pop Shop – Quad one of the cornerstone editions in Keith Haring’s print market. Its limited edition status, historical significance, and enduring global demand make it a blue-chip acquisition for both established and emerging collectors.
Curator Insight: At ArtLife Gallery, we regard Pop Shop – Quad as the purest expression of Haring’s mission—transforming public art into timeless, museum-quality editions without losing its original energy.
The work belongs to Haring’s mature Pop Shop period and relates closely to Pop Shop I–IV, Radiant Baby, Totem, and his celebrated subway drawings, marking the height of his iconic visual language.
Keith Haring (1958–1990) was an influential American artist known for his bold lines, vivid colors, and instantly recognizable figures that helped define the New York art scene of the 1980s. Combining elements of Pop Art, graffiti, and street culture, Haring created energetic artworks featuring dancing figures, barking dogs, radiant babies, and symbolic imagery exploring humanity, love, social justice, and political activism.
Born in Reading, Pennsylvania, Haring moved to New York City in 1978 to study at the School of Visual Arts. He gained public attention through his chalk drawings on unused subway advertising panels, transforming everyday urban spaces into accessible public art. His distinctive visual language soon attracted international recognition and led to exhibitions, collaborations, and large-scale murals.
In 1986, Haring opened the Pop Shop in Manhattan, offering prints, clothing, and other products featuring his designs. The shop reflected his belief that art should reach people beyond traditional galleries and museums. Throughout his career, he addressed important social issues, including racism, apartheid, drug abuse, and the AIDS epidemic.
After being diagnosed with AIDS in 1988, Haring continued creating art and established the Keith Haring Foundation in 1989 to support AIDS-related organizations and children's programs. He died in 1990, aged 31, leaving a lasting legacy in contemporary art.
Today, Keith Haring art prints and original artworks remain sought after by collectors worldwide. Understanding an artwork's edition, condition, provenance, and market history is essential when evaluating its value. Explore our guide to Keith Haring print valuation and learn more about the investment potential of Keith Haring art.