Born Peter Max Finkelstein in Berlin in 1937, psychedelic Pop art icon Peter Max spent the first part of his childhood in Shanghai after his parents emigrated from Germany to flee the Nazis. While there, Max developed his deep interest in American pop culture — namely comic books, jazz and cinema. Max’s paintings, graphic design, prints and illustrations, which were inspired by these interests, were also informed by his experience with synesthesia, a sensory condition that causes him to see music and hear color.
After relocating to Haifa, Israel, then Paris, where he spent a significant amount of time in sketching classes at the Louvre, a teenage Max and his family finally moved to the United States, settling in Brooklyn. Max enrolled in the Art Students League of New York in 1956, training under Frank J. Reilly, and then the School of Visual Arts. Throughout art school, Max focused on photorealism, but he found the style too restrictive. When he graduated and opened his graphic design studio with friends in 1962, he began experimenting with abstraction and color — just in time for the psychedelic era.
The technicolor works for which Max would become known are characterized by big and bold graphic qualities — not dissimilar to what you’d find in his beloved comic books. Some deeper themes emerged across his work too: Max spent a good portion of the 1960s and 1970s creating his signature cosmic style, inspired by his fascination with astronomy and Eastern philosophies.
For Max and his partners, the graphic design business was highly successful, with commissions rolling in from advertising agencies, magazines and even Hollywood in the form of movie posters. The artist was featured on the cover of Life in 1969, and by the 1970s, he was practically a household name.
Max's body of work extended into product design, including a line of clocks for General Electric, while his domination of the commercial art scene continued for decades. He was commissioned to paint a postage stamp honoring the World’s Fair of 1974 (Expo ‘74); a Statue of Liberty series in which some proceeds went on to fund the statue’s restoration; posters and other advertising materials for major events like the Super Bowl, the U.S. Open and the Grammys; a Dale Earnhardt race car; and even the hull of the Norwegian Breakaway cruise ship.
Commercial activities aside, Max has long been the subject of many museum exhibitions, from his first solo show in 1970, “The World of Peter Max,” at the M.H. de Young Memorial Museum in San Francisco to 2016's “Peter Max: 50 Years of Cosmic Dreaming” at the Tampa Museum of Art in Florida. Today, his work belongs to the collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Philadelphia Museum of Art and other institutions.
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Flag with Heart, Unique Mixed Media on Paper, Pop Art, Signed, 2009
By Peter Max
Located in Aventura, FL
Mixed media with acrylic painting and color lithography on paper. Hand-signed in acrylic paint on front by Peter Max. A unique variation. Frame size 18 x 15.5 inches. Artwork siz...
Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Lithograph
Toulouse Lautrec (Blue), large hand signed serigraph
By Peter Max
Located in Aventura, FL
Serigraph in colors on paper. Hand signed and numbered by Peter Max. From the edition of 125 (there are also Artist Proofs). Sheet size 48 x 36 inches. Image size approx 41.5 x 3...
Paper, Screen
“Vase of flowers”
By Peter Max
Located in Warren, NJ
Peter Max original 1998 painting on canvas “Vase of flowers”. In good condition comes with coa measuring 17x15
Mixed Media
“flag With Heart Blend”
By Peter Max
Located in Warren, NJ
Peter Max Original Mixed Media On Paper “flag With Heart Blend”. In good condition measures 24x21
Mixed Media
“Liberty head ii”
By Peter Max
Located in Warren, NJ
Peter Max Mixed Media Acrylic Painting “Liberty Head II”. In good condition measures 24x21
Mixed Media
“Brooklyn bridge”
By Peter Max
Located in Warren, NJ
Peter Max Brooklyn Bridge" Serigraph in Color on Wove Paper. In good condition measures 33x30
Lithograph
“nude descending”
By Peter Max
Located in Warren, NJ
This is a Peter Max serigraph early work “nude descending” signed and numbered. Has Peter max stamp on it. In good condition. Measures 34x27 99 Ou...
Lithograph
American Woman, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Long Island City, NY
Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - American Woman, Year: 1980, Medium: Lithograph, signed and dedicated in pencil, Image Size: 15.5 x 23 inches, Size: 21 x 27.5 in. (53.34 ...
Lithograph
$1,531Sale Price|20% Off
Year 2250 II, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Year 2250 II Year: 2003 Edition: 500/500, plus proofs Medium: Lithograph on archival paper Size: 15.43 x 13.5 inches Condition: Excellent Inscription:...
Lithograph
Night of Magic, Psychedelic Art Screenprint by Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Long Island City, NY
Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Night of Magic, Year: 1971, Medium: Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 83/100, Size: 22 x 30 in. (55.88 x 76.2 cm), Frame...
Screen
Signed Lithograph on Foil Movie Poster for Musical Western "Paint Your Wagon"
By Peter Max
Located in Houston, TX
Lithograph on foil movie poster for the musical western movie "Paint Your Wagon" designed by Peter Max. These posters were distributed to exhibitors show...
Foil
$571Sale Price|20% Off
Liberty Head VIII, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Liberty Head VIII Year: 2003 Edition: 455/500, plus proofs Medium: Lithograph on Lustro Saxony paper Size: 3.43 x 2.62 inches Condition: Excellent Ins...
Lithograph
Sailboat Sunrise Mixed Media Drawing, Watercolor on Paper, Signed
By Peter Max
Located in Aventura, FL
Original mixed media drawing with watercolor on paper. Hand signed by Peter Max. Frame size 20 x 18 inches. Artwork size 13.75 x 12 inches. Artwork is in excellent condition. Cer...
Paper, Mixed Media, Watercolor
“Sunrise 2000”
By Peter Max
Located in Warren, NJ
Peter Max original mixed media on canvas “Sunrise 2000”. In great condition rare piece was made in 2008. Purchase price $35000 and his a...
Mixed Media, Acrylic
$1,800
Peter Max Signed Liberty Head II Collage Mixed Media Original Painting over Lith
By Peter Max
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Artist: Peter Max Title: Liberty Head II Collage Medium: Mixed Media on Paper Sheet Size: 14" x 12.25" Frame Size: 27.5" x 25.5" x 1" Year: 1997 Inscription: Signed "Max" on front Do...
Paper, Mixed Media
Flower Blossom Lady, Unique Mixed Media with Acrylic and Lithography
By Peter Max
Located in Aventura, FL
Mixed media with acrylic painting and color lithography on paper with original sketch by Peter Max. A unique variation. Hand signed on front by Peter Max. Artwork size: 24 x 30 in...
Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Lithograph, Permanent Marker
Penny's Rainbow Lane - Vintage 1960's Abstract Psychedelic Pop Art Poster
By Peter Max
Located in Soquel, CA
Penny's Rainbow Lane - Vintage 1960's Abstract Psychedelic Pop Art Poster Take a trip down rainbow lane with this bold and beautiful authentic 1967 Penny's rainbow lane poster by P...
Paper, Ink
$1,450Sale Price|23% Off
AMERICAN GOTHIC Lithograph Pop Portrait after Grant Wood, Midwest Couple
By Peter Max
Located in Union City, NJ
AMERICAN GOTHIC is a colorful, rarely seen limited edition lithograph by the American artist and Pop Art icon Peter Max, printed using traditional lithography techniques on archival ...
Lithograph
Statue of Liberty (Yellow/Green), Pop Art Lithograph by Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Long Island City, NY
Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Statue of Liberty (Yellow/Green), Year: 1980, Medium: Lithograph, signed and dated in pencil, Edition: A/P, Size: 13 in. x 10.5 in. (33.02 ...
Lithograph
“LE DISNEY SUITE DONALD DUCK, GOOFY, MICKEY MOUSE, SNOW WHITE”
By Peter Max
Located in Warren, NJ
This is a lot of for 4 Peter max serigraphs Disney set. Signed,numbered,and framed. In good condition. Some off the numbers are faded. Has the orig...
Lithograph
$876Sale Price|20% Off
Garden Flowers, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Garden Flowers Year: 1979 Edition: 347/350, plus proofs Medium: Lithograph on Somerset paper Size: 30 x 22 inches Condition: Excellent Inscription: Si...
Lithograph
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Angel with Spread Wings, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Angel with Spread Wings Year: 2015 Medium: Watercolor and silkscreen on Fabriano paper Size: 11 x 15 inches Inscription: Signed in ink Notes: Publishe...
Mixed Media, Watercolor, Screen
$571Sale Price|20% Off
Cosmic Saturn, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Cosmic Saturn Year: 2003 Edition: 452/500, plus proofs Medium: Lithograph on Lustro Saxony paper Size: 3.5 x 3 inches Condition: Excellent Inscription...
Lithograph
$716Sale Price|20% Off
Great Wave with Doves, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Great Wave with Doves Year: 2002 Edition: 495/500, plus proofs Medium: Lithograph on Lustro Saxony paper Size: 4.87 x 4.5 inches Condition: Excellent ...
Lithograph
"Beach Umbrella"
By Peter Max
Located in Warren, NJ
Frame: 16.5 x 15.5 x 1 Picture: 6 x 4.5 Picture in excellent condition Frame has one big scratch and the rest is minor wear
Watercolor
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Degas & Woman, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Degas & Woman Year: 1990 Edition: 31/300, plus proofs Medium: Silkscreen on Arches paper Size: 26 x 36 inches Condition: Excellent Inscription: Signed...
Screen
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
Instant Nutriment #4, 1969 - Modern Pop Art Psychedelic Print
By Peter Max
Located in Soquel, CA
Instant Nutriment #4, 1969 - Modern Pop Art Psychedelic Print A vintage psychedelic print, Instant Nutriment #4, 1969 by Peter Max (German, b. 1937). Unframed. Shipped Rolled in tube. Some edge wear to paper. Image: 36"H x 24"W One of the most famous of all living artist's, Peter Max is a pop culture icon. His bold colors, uplifting images and an uncommon artistic diversity have touched almost every phase of American culture and has inspired many generations. Peter Max has painted for six U.S. Presidents and his art is on display in Presidential Libraries and in U.S. Embassies. Max has painted our Lady Liberty annually since America's Bicentennial and in 2000 a collage of his Liberties adorned over 145 million Verizon phone books. Max has been named an official artist of the 2006 U.S. Olympic Team at the Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy. He has also been Official Artist of 5 Super Bowls, World Cup USA, The World Series, The U.S. Open, The Indy 500, The NYC Marathon...
Paper, Ink, Lithograph
Sunset, Pop Art Lithograph by Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Long Island City, NY
Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Sunset, Year: 1979, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 200, Size: 21 in. x 26 in. (53.34 cm x 66.04 cm), Frame Siz...
Lithograph
Sage Original Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Framed, Pop Art, 2013
By Peter Max
Located in Aventura, FL
Original acrylic painting on canvas. Hand signed lower front by Peter Max. Canvas size: 16 x 12 inches. Custom framed as pictured. Black frame and linen matting with hand painte...
Canvas, Acrylic
$1,243Sale Price|20% Off
Liberty & Justice for All, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Liberty & Justice for All Year: 2002 Edition: 152/300, plus proofs Medium: Lithograph on Lustro Saxony paper Size: 12.5 x 9 inches Condition: Excellen...
Lithograph
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
Winter Sunshine, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Winter Sunshine Year: 1970 Edition: A.P.; 300, plus proofs Medium: Silkscreen on wove paper Size: 16 x 18.5 inches Condition: Good Inscription: Signed...
Screen
$1,051Sale Price|20% Off
Abstract Flowers II, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Abstract Flowers II Year: 2007 Edition: 500/500, plus proofs Medium: Lithograph on archival paper Size: 8 x 6 inches Condition: Excellent Inscription:...
Lithograph
Original Psychedelic Cloud #11 - Pop Art Peter Max vintage poster
By Peter Max
Located in Spokane, WA
Vintage Peter Max Poster – 1967 Original Psychedelic Artwork – Rare Collectible Vintage Wall Decoration Introduce a piece of 1960s pop culture...
Offset
"God Bless America II"
By Peter Max
Located in Warren, NJ
Measures 37x31 Photo is 23x17 Condition good Comes with Park West original frame and sticker on the back
Acrylic
$8,500
Peter Max Signed Delta Libertyhead Mixed Media Original Painting over Lithograph
By Peter Max
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Artist: Peter Max Title: Delta Libertyhead Medium: Mixed Media on Paper Size: 29.75" x 24" Year: 1999 Inscription: Signed "Max" on front Peter Max Studio Registration number: Reg #: ...
Paper, Lithograph, Acrylic
$11,000
Woman in Love
By Peter Max
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork titled "Woman in Love" 2008 is a mixed media on paper (Acrylic painting on lithograph) It is hand signed in acrylic paint at the upper right corner by the artist. The ar...
Mixed Media
$1,370Sale Price|25% Off
MARILYN'S FLOWERS II, Signed Lithograph, 1980 Abstract Floral, Pop Art
By Peter Max
Located in Union City, NJ
Marilyn's Flowers II is an original hand drawn lithograph by Peter Max printed in an edition of 165, using traditional hand lithography techniques on archival paper, 100% acid free. Marilyn's Flowers II is a vibrant multicolor still life depicting an abstract floral arrangement of lush magenta pink blossoms, with warm red centers against a backdrop of brown and orange, with accents of blue, plum brown and black. The warm brown interior setting enhances the floating, freely drawn pop art cosmic flowers...
Lithograph
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
The Mime
By Peter Max
Located in Buffalo, NY
An original contemporary Pop Art lithograph by American Artist Peter Max titled, "The Mime," featuring the classic figural work Max is most known and loved for. This piece was create...
Paper, Lithograph
$1,051Sale Price|20% Off
Blue Angel With Heart, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Blue Angel With Heart Year: 2003 Edition: 500/500, plus proofs Medium: Lithograph on archival paper Size: 11.31 x 7.88 inches Condition: Excellent Ins...
Lithograph
Original Kalaidoscopic Lips #6 Psychedelic Pop Art, 1967 vintage poster
By Peter Max
Located in Spokane, WA
Kalaidoscopic Lips #6 original 1967 vintage Peter Max poster. Grade A- condition. The bottom right corner was bent over, but there is no pa...
Offset
Umbrella Man Mixed Media Drawing, Watercolor on Paper, Signed, 11x15
By Peter Max
Located in Aventura, FL
Original mixed media drawing with watercolor on paper. Hand signed by Peter Max. Frame size 17 x 21 inches. Artwork size 11 x 15 inches. Artwork is in excellent condition. Certif...
Paper, Mixed Media, Watercolor
$1,008Sale Price|20% Off
Liberty Head X, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Liberty Head X Year: 2004 Edition: 679/700, plus proofs Medium: Lithograph on Lustro Saxony paper Size: 7 x 6.87 inches Condition: Excellent Inscripti...
Lithograph
Daydreaming, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Long Island City, NY
Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Daydreaming, Year: 1980, Medium: Lithograph, signed and dedicated in marker, Image Size: 18 x 23.5 inches, Size: 21.5 x 27 in. (54.61 x 6...
Lithograph
Rama Rama 1971 Signed Limited Edition Screenprint
By Peter Max
Located in Rochester Hills, MI
Artist: Peter Max Title: Rama Rama Year: 1971 Medium: Screenprint Edition: Signed in pencil and marked 72/100 Very good unframed condition. Beginning in the 1960s Peter Max has bee...
Screen
Red Angel with heart II, Pop Art Poster by Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Long Island City, NY
Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Red Angel with heart II, Year: 2000, Medium: Poster, signed and dedicated in marker, Size: 36 x 24 in. (91.44 x 60.96 cm)
Offset
“Flag with Heart Collage, version 1”
By Peter Max
Located in Warren, NJ
This is a Peter max original mixed media comes with coa. In good condition some minor frame wear. Measures 24x22
Mixed Media
ANGEL WITH HEART Signed Lithograph, Guardian Angel, Red Heart, Rainbow Colors
By Peter Max
Located in Union City, NJ
ANGEL WITH HEART is an original hand drawn limited edition lithograph by the pop culture icon - Peter Max, printed using traditional hand lithography techniques on archival Arches printmaking paper 100% acid free. ANGEL WITH HEART is an Inspiring and expressive portrait of a winged Pop Art Guardian Angel with gleaming red heart and glowing halo rendered in rich lavender tones and rainbow colors. Max's bold colors, uplifting images and his unconventional artistic diversity have touched almost every period of American culture. Peter Max is well known for his leading role in the psychedelic art of the hippie generation. Print size - 36 x 27 inches, unframed, excellent condition, fresh vivid colors, full bleed image, pencil signed by Peter Max Edition size - 300 Year published - 1990 Printer - J K Fine Art Editions Co. NY German/American artist: b. 1937, Peter Max spent his childhood in Shanghai. From China, the family went to Tibet for a year, and then on to Israel. Peter Max's family's odyssey continued to Paris, and finally, at the age of 16, Max arrived in the United States. Peter Max began his art studies in New York at the Art Student's League and continued at the Pratt Institute and School of Visual Arts. Peter Max, recognised throughout the world and a well-known name in America, is famous for his new age style, cosmic imagery and multi-colored blends. During the late 1960's and early 70's, Peter Max's colorful award winning art reached millions of people. Peter Max's paintings, drawings, sculpture and limited edition graphics have been exhibited in major museums throughout the world. American icons, especially the Statue of Liberty, appear repeatedly in his art repertoire. Returning to the public art scene in the ‘80s...
Lithograph
Peter Max 'Cosmic Flyer (Green)' C1990, mixed media on paper
By Peter Max
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
Artist: Peter Max Title: Cosmic Flyer (Green) Medium: Mixed Media On Paper Edition: Original Size: 12"x13.5" inches Hand signed by the artist Frame size 22.25"x18.25" inches Conditio...
Ink, Watercolor, Archival Paper, Pencil
Runner and Flying Sage, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Long Island City, NY
Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Runner and Flying Sage, Year: 1982, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 165, HC, Image Size: 19 x 24 inches, Size: ...
Lithograph
$2,000
“Mona Lisa”
By Peter Max
Located in Warren, NJ
This is an Peter Max original mixed media on paper “Mona Lisa” . In good condition. Measures 26x24. Comes with coa in the back of picture
Mixed Media
$571Sale Price|20% Off
Cosmic Umbrella Man, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Cosmic Umbrella Man Year: 2003 Edition: 496/500, plus proofs Medium: Lithograph on Lustro Saxony paper Size: 3.5 x 3 inches Condition: Excellent Inscr...
Lithograph
Profile with Three Hearts, Acrylic Painting on Canvas, Signed, 2012
By Peter Max
Located in Aventura, FL
Original acrylic painting on canvas. Hand signed on front by Peter Max. Canvas size 28 x 22 inches. Custom framed as pictured. White frame with linen matting and hand painted file...
Canvas, Acrylic
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
Deco Lady, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Flower Lady Year: 1987 Edition: 139/300, plus proofs Medium: Silkscreen on Arches paper Size: 37 x 26 inches Condition: Excellent Inscription: Signed ...
Screen
Peter Max Walking in Reeds Signed Original Painting on Canvas
By Peter Max
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Artist: Peter Max Title: Walking in Reeds (Version I, #77) Medium: Original Acrylic Painting on Canvas Year: 2018 Canvas Size: 16" x 20" Frame Size: 28.5" x 32.25" x 3.75" Inscriptio...
Acrylic, Canvas
Zero Prism, Pop Art Mixed Media Painting by Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Long Island City, NY
An original acrylic painting over lithograph by American Pop Artist, Peter Max. It is said that Max's Zero character is a self-portrait. The work is very nicely matted and framed i...
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Lithograph
Peter Max Mixed Media, Signed, Framed, Unique, 2003, Angel with Heart
By Peter Max
Located in Washington, DC
Artist: Peter Max Title: Angel with heart Medium: Unique etching with hand-finished mixed media Date: 2003 Edition: One of a kind Image Size: 21 1/4" x 18" Frame Size: 32" x 39" Sign...
Mixed Media, Etching
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
Lady Profile, Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Lady Profile Year: 2015 Medium: Monotype silkscreen on Fabriano paper Size: 19.75 x 15.25 inches Inscription: Hand signed in ink PETER MAX (1937- ) P...
Monotype, Screen
Marilyn's Flowers, Pop Art Lithograph by Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Long Island City, NY
Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Marilyn's Flowers, Year: 1979, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 175, HC, Image Size: 19 x 24.5 inches, Size: 23...
Lithograph
HORIZON ENIGMA
By Peter Max
Located in Aventura, FL
Hand signed and numbered by the artist. Artwork is in excellent condition. Certificate of Authenticity included. Published by London Arts Inc., Detroit, MI and printed by Peter Baum,...
Paper, Screen
The Dancer, Pop Art Lithograph by Peter Max
By Peter Max
Located in Long Island City, NY
Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - The Dancer, Year: 1982, Medium: Lithograph on Arches, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 137/200, Size: 21 in. x 30 in. (53.34 cm x 76...
Lithograph