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Kenny Scharf Mixed Media

American, b. 1958

Kenny Scharf is a renowned artist affiliated with the 1980s-era East Village art movement in New York City.

Scharf developed a distinct and uniquely personal artistic style in paintings and prints as well as sculpture, alongside his mentor Andy Warhol, and contemporaries like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring with whom he pioneered contemporary street art. References to popular culture reoccur throughout Scharf's works, such as appropriated cartoon characters from the "Flintstones" and "Jetsons," as well as imagined anthropomorphic creatures. Through ecstatic compositions and a dazzling color palette, he presents an immersive viewing experience that is both intimate and fresh.

Scharf's multifaceted practice — spanning painting, sculpture, installation work, murals, performance and fashion — reflects his dedication to the creation of dynamic forms of art that deconstruct existing artistic hierarchies, echoing the philosophy of Pop artists. Yet Scharf’s artistic significance expands beyond the art historical terrain of Pop art; the artist instead coined the term “Pop Surrealist” to describe his one-of-a-kind practice. His inclusion in the 1985 Whitney Biennial marked the start of his international phenomenon, a reputation that continues to thrive today.

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(Biography provided by End to End Gallery)

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Artist: Kenny Scharf
Val Wong Worm, dazzling, unique signed Painting (framed) with superb provenance
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Find a wide variety of authentic Kenny Scharf mixed media available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Kenny Scharf in mixed media, screen print, acrylic paint and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the Pop Art style. Not every interior allows for large Kenny Scharf mixed media, so small editions measuring 10 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Charles Fazzino, Tom Wesselmann, and Sean Keith. Kenny Scharf mixed media prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,150 and tops out at $50,000, while the average work can sell for $6,435.
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