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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Vintage 1980s Kenny Scharf t-shirt (Kenny Scharf 1987)
By Kenny Scharf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 1987 Kenny Scharf illustrated t-shirt: An iconic, original 1980s Kenny Scharf t-shirt designed by the artist to promote "Carnaval New York" at the Empire Loisada Samba School...
Cotton
Kenny Scharf Silkscreen Print Three Faces Of Jackie Signed Modern 1998 116/150
By Kenny Scharf
Located in North Miami, FL
This pop art work of art by Kenny Scharf is a pencil signed and numbered silkcreen titled Three Faces Of Jackie. From 1998. Edition of 150 this one being 116/150. It is framed with a...
Paper
Large Vintage Porcelain Cigar Ashtray, Yellow & Black Check, 1980s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Large vintage square ceramic porcelain cigar ashtray. Large collectible cigar ashtray in yellow and black and white check with gilt borders that break at cigar rests at either side. Gold lettering in the center reads “Cigar”. and there is a knight on horse...
Porcelain
$110
H 9.13 in W 5.38 in D 4 in
Beautiful Abnormal Deer Antler Stag Taxidermy Trophy Vintage, German, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful vintage Black Forest deer antler trophy on hand carved, Black Forest wooden plaque. It measures approximate 9 1/8" high, 5 3/8" wide and 4" deep. A nice addition to your ...
Antler, Wood
Vintage Ballpoint Pen Le Must de Cartier Vendome, 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Le Must de Cartier Vendome ballpoin pen. Fluted gold-plated barrel and cap; pressing the top of the cap opens the clip to the desired width; releasing the pressure returns the clip ...
Metal
Vintage Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell, Nautical Decor, 1980s
Located in Vilnius, LT
Large vintage natural shell clam "Tridacna gigas" from Indo-Pacific region. Good vintage condition.
Shell
Rare and Vintage 1980s Giorgio Armani Bracelet
By Giorgio Armani, Coppola e Toppo
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Fabulous vintage bracelet by Giorgio Armani. Made of fire polished Czech crystals and rhinestones meticulously wire wrapped together. The back of one of one of the medallions has a G...
Glass
$1,279Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.55 in W 12.6 in D 11.23 in
Rare Knoll International Vintage Catalogue, Early 1980s
By Knoll
Located in Milan, IT
A rare and striking vintage catalogue from Knoll International, dating back to the early 1980s. This substantial hardcover edition, bound in elegant fabric, comprises 90 richly desig...
Metal
Giant Golfball, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Giant vintage golfball in cream plaster/plastic. 8.5" diameter. Likely used as a store display. Whimsical desktop object or paperweight. Very heavy a...
Paint, Plastic
$52Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.5 in W 20.25 in D 0.38 in
Vintage Tribal Spoon Bib Necklace, Metal and Leather, 1980s Design
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Vintage Tribal Ethnic Spoon Bib Necklace. Dimensions: 20.25 fully extended, de dent decor 4 w x 3.5 h Please visit take a look at our listings, we have an ...
Metal
ERTE Silkscreen Print
Located in North Hollywood, CA
ERTE screenprint in Art Deco Egyptian Revival style.
Silk
$399
H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 1.97 in
Italian modern geometrical silkscreen print with collage on paper, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern geometrical silkscreen print with collage on paper, 1970s Silkscreen print with collage elements on orange and white paper. It features both geometric elements and dra...
Wood, Paper
Vintage Coca Cola Backlit Advertising Panel 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Vintage Coca Cola backlit advertising panel 1980s. It can also be hung because it has hooks. Metal structure. Intact and in good condition.
Metal
Local Motion Single Fin Vintage Surfboard (1980s)
Located in Haleiwa, HI
Vintage 1980s Local Motion single fin shaped by Greg Griffin. A striking example from the early performance era, this 6’0” board combines clean, refined lines with bold, unmistakably...
Fiberglass, Foam, Softwood
1993 “Monster Time” Wristwatch Wall Clock by Kenny Scharf for Swatch
By Kenny Scharf, Swatch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A charismatic and sinister design from 1993 by American artist Kenny Scharf for Swatch. Produced as a wristwatch and also in this Swatch Maxi over-sized se...
Metal
1993 “Monster Time” Wristwatch Wall Clock by Kenny Scharf for Swatch
By Kenny Scharf, Swatch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A charismatic and sinister design from 1993 by American artist Kenny Scharf for Swatch. Produced as a wristwatch and also in this Swatch Maxi over-sized se...
Metal