Pop Shop IV is a silkscreen print created by Haring in 1989. Named after Haring’s Pop Shop, which opened in New York’s SoHo district in 1986, this quad highlights some of his most iconic motifs, reflecting his roots as a street artist.
Rendered in bold Pop art colours like yellow and red, the angel remains a prominent and approachable symbol for Haring, representing purity and goodness.Pop Shop IV effectively captures, in Haring’s signature playful style, the complex dualities of good versus bad, and peace versus oppression, which are central themes in his work.
Pop Shop IV highlights Haring’s unique visual style that would see the artist become a mainstay of private collectors, auction houses, galleries and museums worldwide.