Peter Halley

American, b. 1953

Peter Halley is an American artist known for his distinctive geometric paintings that explore the intersection of technology, society, and architecture. Born in 1953 in New York City, Halley developed an early interest in art and went on to study at Yale University, where he received his Master of Fine Arts degree in 1978.Halley's work is characterized by vibrant, flat colors and repetitive, abstract forms, often resembling circuit boards or prison cells. His paintings reflect his fascination with the effects of technology on human interaction and the isolation of modern society. Halley coined the term "prison cells" to describe the confined spaces and social structures that he believes have been created by technology and urban architecture. Throughout his career, Halley has exhibited his work internationally, gaining recognition for his unique style and thought-provoking concepts. He has also been involved in art criticism and writing, contributing to various publications and expanding the discourse on contemporary art. Today, Peter Halley's art continues to captivate audiences, provoking discussions about the impact of technology on our lives and the nature of human connections in an increasingly digital world. His contributions have made him an influential figure in the field of contemporary art.

Creator: Peter Halley

Peter Halley Maintain Speed by Susan Kandel, New First Edition

$195

Peter Halley Maintain Speed by Susan Kandel, New First Edition

By Peter Halley

Located in valatie, NY

Peter Halley Maintain Speed. New York: Distributed Art Publishers, Inc., 2000. New First Edition hardcover. 217 pp. A survey of the full range of Peter Halley's work and career inclu...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Peter Halley

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Paper

The Seven Seas by Rudyard Kipling First Edition

$860

H 7.75 in W 5.5 in D 1.2 in

The Seven Seas by Rudyard Kipling First Edition

By Rudyard Kipling

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting an extremely rare first edition hardback copy of The Seven Seas by Rudyard Kipling from 1897. This rare book is in fair to good condition for ...

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Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Peter Halley

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Paper

Gio Ponti, First Edition Book

$250 / item

H 14.2 in W 14.2 in D 6 in

Gio Ponti, First Edition Book

By Gio Ponti, TASCHEN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

To study Gio Ponti’s prolific body of work is to appreciate the clear, unifying vision behind a complex creative universe. His creations expand intuitively with the Italian grandeur ...

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2010s Italian Peter Halley

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Paper

Goodbye Picasso Book, First Edition, New York, 1974

$1,450

H 12.75 in W 10 in D 1.5 in

Goodbye Picasso Book, First Edition, New York, 1974

Located in New York, NY

A First Edition 'Goodbye Picasso' coffee table or library book, by author David Douglas Duncan, 1974, New York. An amazing book covering an intimate look at the relationship between ...

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20th Century Swiss Modern Peter Halley

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Linen, Paper

'American Notes' First Edition Books by Charles Dickens

$1,995 / set

H 7.5 in W 1.8 in D 5 in

'American Notes' First Edition Books by Charles Dickens

By Charles Dickens

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

'American Notes for General Circulation' by Charles Dickens. First Edition. Vol 1 and 2 London: Chapman and Hall 1842 Bradbury and Evans, Printers,...

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19th Century English Antique Peter Halley

Allure Diana Vreeland First Edition Coffee Table Book, 1980, New York

$625

H 15.25 in W 11 in D 0.63 in

Allure Diana Vreeland First Edition Coffee Table Book, 1980, New York

By Diana Vreeland

Located in New York, NY

Allure Diana Vreeland First Edition Coffee Table Book, 1980, New York A beautiful, oversized coffee table book ALLURE by author Diana Vreeland with contribution by Christopher Hemph...

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Late 20th Century American Peter Halley

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Paper

Jaws by Peter Benchley, First Edition with Dust Jacket, 1974

$1,750

H 8.5 in W 5.88 in D 1 in

Jaws by Peter Benchley, First Edition with Dust Jacket, 1974

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Benchley, Peter. Jaws. Garden City: Doubleday & Company, Inc., 1974. Stated First Edition. Octavo. In original black cloth boards with silver titles to the spine, original unclip...

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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Peter Halley

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Paper

Voltaire's Candide True First Edition & First London Edition

$38,400Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 7 in W 5 in D 1 in

Voltaire's Candide True First Edition & First London Edition

Located in Savannah, GA

A rare example of a first edition Candide, published in Geneva by Cramer, 1759. 299pp. Woodcut ornaments and Voltaire's corrected pages (pp. 31...

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1750s Swiss Antique Peter Halley

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Leather, Paper

Library of 18 First Editions by Gore Vidal, Including Williwaw His First Book

$950 / set

H 8 in W 5.5 in D 10 in

Library of 18 First Editions by Gore Vidal, Including Williwaw His First Book

Located in San Francisco, CA

A library of 18 first editions by Gore Vidal (1925-2021), all but one with dust jackets, various publishers and dates, including his first published work, Williwaw. This library incl...

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20th Century American Peter Halley

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Paper

"Elmer Gantry" by Sinclair Lewis, Published New York, 1927. First Edition, d.j.

$475

H 8 in W 5 in D 2.5 in

"Elmer Gantry" by Sinclair Lewis, Published New York, 1927. First Edition, d.j.

By Sinclair Lewis

Located in San Francisco, CA

"Elmer Gantry" by Sinclair Lewis. Published New York, Harcourt Brace and Company, Inc. 1927. First Edition (Second State Binding)This is the story of a con man who gets together with...

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1920s American Vintage Peter Halley

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Leather, Paper

'Four Quartets' First Edition Book by T.S. Eliot

$3,400

H 8.75 in W 0.25 in D 6 in

'Four Quartets' First Edition Book by T.S. Eliot

By T.S. Eliot

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

'Four Quartets' first edition book by T.S. Eliot New York Harcourt, brace and company, 1943.

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20th Century American Peter Halley

Design With Type (First Edition)

$1,250

H 5.5 in W 8.75 in D 0.5 in

Design With Type (First Edition)

By Herbert Bayer, Ladislav Sutnar

Located in New York, NY

First edition of Carl Dair’s foundational text on typographical design, published in 1952 by Pellegrini & Cudahy In New York City. Oblong 8vo (8.75” x 5.35”) wire spiral bound with p...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peter Halley

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Paper

Nobuyoshi Araki Signed First Edition Book New York (Volume 4) With Drawing

$495

H 9 in W 6.5 in D 0.75 in

Nobuyoshi Araki Signed First Edition Book New York (Volume 4) With Drawing

By Nobuyoshi Araki

Located in Studio City, CA

A very engaging and quite scarce first edition softcover book with dust jacket by famed Japanese photographer and contemporary artist Nobuyoshi Araki. The book titled New York, cons...

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1990s Japanese Modern Peter Halley

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Paper

Previously Available Items

Peter Halley, Core, 1991, Lithograph, Framed

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H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 1.58 in

Peter Halley, Core, 1991, Lithograph, Framed

By Peter Halley

Located in Vigevano, PV

Peter Halley Core, 1991 Silkscreen with lithography on Coventry Rag paper 40 1/4 × 28 × 2 in 96.5 x 66cm Pencil signed, dated and numbered 22/50 Publisher: Edition Schellmann & Pace ...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Peter Halley

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Peter Halley furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Peter Halley furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of paper and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Peter Halley furniture, although pink editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Sotheby's, Annie Leibovitz, and Christie's. Prices for Peter Halley furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $195 and can go as high as $195, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $195.