Keith Haring (American, 1958-1990) "Invitation to Party of Life", 1984, color silkscreen on linen handkerchief, with invitation envelope, housed in a black frame. Image: 12" H x 12" W; frame: 31" H x 24.5" W. Provenance: From a Financial District collection. Note: Keith Haring held a "Party of Life" birthday party each year from 1984 to 1986. Filmmaker Courtney Harmel captured the inaugural event, held on 16 May at the Paradise Garage nightclub on King Street, New York. The party was co-hosted by resident DJ Larry Levan, and featured performances by Madonna and John Sex.

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