One Plate, from; Growing 1988

Keith Haring created this screenprint, "One Plate, from; Growing," using bold lines and vibrant colors, presenting a dynamic array of figures. The central motif, radiating energy from its core, suggests themes of creation and vitality. Notice how these figures, with their simplified forms, echo ancient petroglyphs and tribal art. The upward-reaching arms and the sun-like center harken back to archaic symbols of life-force, recurring across cultures from Egyptian hieroglyphs to Minoan art. This radiant center reminds us of the monstrance in religious art. Consider the cyclical nature of these symbols. From ancient sun worship to modern expressions of energy, they reappear, transformed, yet retaining a primal, emotive power. The vibrant, pulsating lines engage us on a subconscious level, evoking the raw, untamed energies of the human spirit, reflecting our deepest fears, hopes, and instincts. Such symbols do not progress in a linear fashion; they resurface, evolve, and take on new meanings, continuously mirroring our collective consciousness.