Condition Report
In good condition/artists condition
This work has been executed on black paper which was originally used to cover advertising posters on the New York Subway. As a result of this, there is a 'distressed' manner to the work, this has occurred during the removal of the drawing from the New York Subway. This is not considered damage and is part of the work's history.
This work has been mounted leaving all 4 corners of the work visible and framed to a high standard in a plain black frame.
Keith Haring (American 1958-1990), 'Crack Is Wack!!', 1980s, original subway drawing, white chalk on black paper; 133 x 166cm inc frame
Auction: Urban and Contemporary Art, 29th Sep, 2021