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Peter Max (American, b. Germany 1937). "Flag with Heart 2010 Ver. I #35" mixed media with acrylic on paper, 2010. Signed at lower right. An impressive homage to the American flag by Peter Max - a mixed media composition with hand-painted acrylic throughout on paper that is hand-signed by the artist. Delineated in Max's signature bold style with painterly brushstrokes and vibrant color juxtapositions, this piece presents the American flag in a myriad of colors surrounded by an aqua blue border against a background rendered in shades of yellow and green with expressive painterly gestural marks and the artist's signature in a rainbow of hues. Interestingly, Peter Max's patriotic theme goes back to the year of America's bicentennial. For the 4th of July in 1976, Max created a special installation as well as an art book entitled "Peter Max Paints America," which included a painting of each of the fifty states to commemorate America’s bicentennial. Six years later, in 1982, Max painted six Lady Liberties on the White House lawn. He also played a role in the statue's restoration, which was completed in 1986. Max has dubbed himself "America’s own most patriotic artist." Size: 11" L x 8.5" W (27.9 cm x 21.6 cm)

About the artist: Born in Berlin, Peter Max moved frequently with his family, living in more than six countries until they settled in the United States. Max studied in New York City at the Art Students League, the Pratt Institute, and the School of Visual Art. Max has been revered as a visionary Pop Artist since the 1960's, beloved for his "Cosmic '60s" style which would later evolve to Neo Expressionism. Max developed a bold style of painting using striking Fauvist colors and intriguing themes. As he evolved from Pop to Neo-Expressionism, his work became more painterly and sensuous. Max's unique symbolism and vibrant color palette have continued to inspire new generations of Americans throughout the decades.

Accompanied by Peter Max COA.

Provenance: private Miami, Florida, USA collection

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#177228

Signed at lower right. Artist's stamp on verso. Accompanied by Peter Max COA. Overall excellent.