--- product_id: 89596357 title: "Haring: Ba (Basic Art)" price: "416 kr" currency: DKK in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://faroe.desertcart.com/products/89596357-haring-ba-basic-art store_origin: FO region: Faroe Islands --- # Iconic 1980s street art focus 100+ vivid illustrations Deep socio-political insights Haring: Ba (Basic Art) **Price:** 416 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Own a piece of 1980s street art revolution – before everyone else does! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Haring: Ba (Basic Art) - **How much does it cost?** 416 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [faroe.desertcart.com](https://faroe.desertcart.com/products/89596357-haring-ba-basic-art) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Socially Charged Artistry:** Discover how Haring’s playful visuals mask powerful messages on racism, capitalism, and the AIDS crisis. - • **Cultural Iconography Unveiled:** Explore the vibrant energy of 1980s New York street art through Haring’s unmistakable bold lines and radiant colors. - • **Visual Feast of 100+ Illustrations:** Dive into a rich gallery of Keith Haring’s most iconic works, perfectly printed on thick, high-quality paper. - • **Concise Yet Comprehensive Biography:** Get a sharp, engaging overview of Haring’s life, art, and lasting impact in a sleek, accessible format. - • **Collector’s Must-Have TASCHEN Edition:** Join the elite circle of art aficionados with this bestselling, beautifully designed volume from the renowned Basic Art Series. ## Overview This TASCHEN edition of 'Haring' offers an expertly curated, visually stunning introduction to Keith Haring’s groundbreaking street art and socio-political commentary. Featuring over 100 high-quality illustrations and a concise biography, it captures the essence of one of New York’s most influential artists of the 20th century, making it an essential addition for art lovers and cultural trendsetters alike. ## Description One of the key figures in the New York art world of the 1980s, Keith Haring (1958–1990) created a signature style that blended street art, graffiti, a Pop sensibility, and cartoon elements to unique, memorable effect. With thick black outlines, bright colors, and kinetic figures, his public (and occasionally illegal) interventions, sculptures, and works on canvas and paper have become instantly recognizable icons of 20th-century visual culture. From his first chalk drawings in the New York City subway stations, to his renowned “Radiant Baby” symbol, and his commissions for Swatch Watch and Absolut Vodka, Haring’s work was both emblematic of the manic work ethic of 1980s New York, yet distinctive for its social awareness. Belying their bright, playful aesthetics, his pieces often tackled intensely controversial socio-political issues, including racism, capitalism, religious fundamentalism, and the increasing impact of AIDS on New York’s gay community, the latter foreshadowing his own death from the disease in 1990. In this vivid introduction to Haring’s work, we explore the dynamic life and innovative spirit of this singular artist, who spent little more than a decade in the spotlight, but through the accessibility of his visual vocabulary and the strength of his political commitment became one of the most significant artists to emerge from New York’s vibrant, downtown community. About the series Born back in 1985, the Basic Art Series has evolved into the best-selling art book collection ever published. Each book in TASCHEN’s Basic Art series features: a detailed chronological summary of the life and oeuvre of the artist, covering his or her cultural and historical importance a concise biography approximately 100 illustrations with explanatory captions Review: Very interesting - Lovely book. Very interesting. Review: Top Series - Slick set of books with its simplicity. A big print of a well chosen artwork from the featured artist, on a plain white background. Definitely draws the eye. Plenty of art on plenty of pages, which are nice and wide, thick-cut, quality pieces of paper. ## Features - Haring - Product type: ABIS BOOK - Brand: TASCHEN - Color: Yellow ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 64,037 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 18 in Graffiti & Street Art 51 in Mixed Media Art 92 in 20th & 21st Century Art History | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 512 Reviews | ## Images ![Haring: Ba (Basic Art) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71iNMESSNAL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very interesting *by M***N on 21 May 2026* Lovely book. Very interesting. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Top Series *by C***Y on 12 April 2026* Slick set of books with its simplicity. A big print of a well chosen artwork from the featured artist, on a plain white background. Definitely draws the eye. Plenty of art on plenty of pages, which are nice and wide, thick-cut, quality pieces of paper. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fabulous book *by C***K on 5 November 2025* Fabulous book, photos were amazing and told his story perfectly, very sad ending ## Frequently Bought Together - Keith Haring - Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Explosive Force of the Streets - Andy Warhol: Commerce into Art --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://faroe.desertcart.com/products/89596357-haring-ba-basic-art](https://faroe.desertcart.com/products/89596357-haring-ba-basic-art) --- *Product available on Desertcart Faroe Islands* *Store origin: FO* *Last updated: 2026-06-29*