Mural of Keith Haring, Street art mural in Amsterdam West, Netherlands.
The Muurschildering van Keith Haring is a large outdoor mural on an exterior wall in Amsterdam West depicting a mythical dog-headed creature with a figure riding on its back. The artwork features white lines on a dark surface and occupies a substantial section of the building's wall.
The painting was created in 1986 when Haring completed the work in just two days during his exhibition at the Stedelijk Museum. After its completion, it lay hidden behind boards for decades before being rediscovered and restored in recent times.
The mural displays Haring's flowing lines and dynamic figures that continue to draw the attention of passersby today. This location marks the point where street art gained recognition from established art institutions.
The mural is located on the exterior of a building that now serves as a grocery store and distribution center, making it easily accessible. Visitors can view the work from the street, best appreciated in daylight to see the white line details clearly.
The work remained hidden behind wooden boards for nearly three decades, protecting it from weather while keeping it invisible to the public. Its recent rediscovery and restoration brought this overlooked artistic creation back into view for the contemporary art community.
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