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b. 1937 -

Though artist Peter Max is considered an American Pop art icon, he was born in Germany. The family left in 1938 when Max was a year old, and spent 10 years in Shanghai before traveling the world, and finally arriving in New York in 1953. These early Eastern influences, his childhood fascination with astronomy, his introduction to Fauvism's bright colors, and studies at the Art Students League provided an eclectic background that served him well in American Pop art. Peter Max's prints, with their bold graphics and bright colors, became synonymous with the counterculture of the 60s.

Peter Max's prints and posters were abundantly displayed, and his art was used in advertising. With over 72 corporations using his work, he and his artwork became a phenomenon. Peter Max's art for sale includes famous works such as his Statue of Liberty and The Beatles prints. Search for other iconic mixed media art for sale online or at auction and find your next investment.

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  • Peter Max ''New York Flower Show'' 2001 Acrylic
    Apr. 24, 2025

    Peter Max ''New York Flower Show'' 2001 Acrylic

    Est: $750 - $1,500

    Peter Max (1937-2023 New York) ''New York Flower Show'' 2001 Acrylic Enhanced Lithograph 23''x19'' Sight. Signed lower center. Gallery framed 36''x31.5''. Excellent condition. Not examined outside of framing.

    MBA Seattle Auction LLC
  • PETER MAX (BORN 1937) ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPH TITLED FLOWER SPECTRUM, 21.5IN x 26.0IN (55cm x 66cm)
    Apr. 24, 2025

    PETER MAX (BORN 1937) ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPH TITLED FLOWER SPECTRUM, 21.5IN x 26.0IN (55cm x 66cm)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Original abstract lithograph by celebrated German/American artist Peter Max (Born 1937). It is titled Flower Spectrum and it is after the original which was produced in 1990. It is double matted and framed under glass in a golden frame. With frame, it measures 21.5 inches x 26.0 inches. This piece came from a Virginia art auction but it has no COA.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • PETER MAX (BORN 1937) ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPH TITLED LIBERTY WITH FIREWORKS, 22.5IN x 27.0IN (57cm x 69cm)
    Apr. 24, 2025

    PETER MAX (BORN 1937) ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPH TITLED LIBERTY WITH FIREWORKS, 22.5IN x 27.0IN (57cm x 69cm)

    Est: $1,750 - $2,250

    Original abstract lithograph by celebrated German/American artist Peter Max (Born 1937). It is titled Liberty With Fireworks and it is after the original which was produced in 1990s. It is double matted and framed under glass in a golden frame. With frame, it measures 22.5 inches x 27.0 inches. This piece came from a Virginia art auction but it has no COA.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • PETER MAX (BORN 1937) ORIGINAL HAND SIGNED LITHOGRAPH TITLED MY LOVE IS AMERICA WITH COA, 30IN x 41IN (76cm x 104cm)
    Apr. 24, 2025

    PETER MAX (BORN 1937) ORIGINAL HAND SIGNED LITHOGRAPH TITLED MY LOVE IS AMERICA WITH COA, 30IN x 41IN (76cm x 104cm)

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    Original, hand signed abstract lithograph by celebrated German/American artist Peter Max (Born 1937). It is titled My Love is America and it was produced in 1976. It is hand signed in black marker in the lower right corner. There is a separate piece of paper that the artist signed and it reads “To the Liberty Kids, Gus and Cleo, May 78”. It is matted and framed under glass in a black and red frame. With frame, it measures 30 inches x 41 inches. This piece came from a Metro Washington DC estate and it comes with a COA and an artist biography.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • Peter Max, German/American b. 1937, The Beauty
    Apr. 24, 2025

    Peter Max, German/American b. 1937, The Beauty

    Est: $200 - $400

    Peter Max German/American, b. 1937 The Beauty serigraph 1990; ed. 177/300; signed and numbered in white pencil; artist's blindstamp lower left

    Abell Auction
  • PETER MAX, JACK NICKLAUS, LITHOGRAPH
    Apr. 24, 2025

    PETER MAX, JACK NICKLAUS, LITHOGRAPH

    Est: $3,000 - $4,500

    Artist: Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) Title: Jack Nicklaus Year: 1986 Medium: Lithograph, signed in marker by Max and Nicklaus Edition: 142/200 Size: 31.5 in. x 26 in. (80.01 cm x 66.04 cm) Frame Size: 41 x 35 inches

    RoGallery
  • PETER MAX, BETTER WORLD VERSION X NO. 5, ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
    Apr. 24, 2025

    PETER MAX, BETTER WORLD VERSION X NO. 5, ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

    Est: $27,500 - $35,000

    Artist: Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) Title: Better World Version X No. 5 Year: 1998 Medium: Acrylic on Canvas, signed lower right Size: 24 in. x 20 in. (60.96 cm x 50.8 cm) Frame Size: 35.5 x 31.25 inches

    RoGallery
  • Peter Max
    Apr. 24, 2025

    Peter Max

    Est: $400 - $600

    Peter Max (New York, b.1937) LAND OF THE FREE HOME OF THE BRAVE II, 2005 mixed-media: acrylic and color lithography on paper, framed, signed H24" W18" Provenance: Private collection Other Notes: Sold with document, Park West Certificate of Authenticity.

    Charlton Hall
  • Peter Max
    Apr. 24, 2025

    Peter Max

    Est: $400 - $600

    Peter Max (New York, b.1937) FLAG WITH HEART ON BLENDS-HORIZONTAL, 2005 mixed-media: acrylic and color lithography on paper, framed, signed H8" W10" Provenance: Private collection Other Notes: Sold with document, Park West 2014 appraisal.

    Charlton Hall
  • Peter Max
    Apr. 24, 2025

    Peter Max

    Est: $300 - $500

    Peter Max (New York, b.1937) WOODSTOCK SERIES: PROFILE ON BLENDS (Retro Profile Suite), 2006 mixed-media: acrylic and color lithography on paper, framed, signed H10" W8" Provenance: Private collection Other Notes: Sold with document, Park West Certificate of Authenticity and 2014 appraisal.

    Charlton Hall
  • Peter Max Hockey NHL All Star Ltd Edt Serigraph
    Apr. 23, 2025

    Peter Max Hockey NHL All Star Ltd Edt Serigraph

    Est: $50 - $300

    Framed serigraph by Peter Max. Made for the 1996 NHL All Star game in Boston. Hockey players on ice. Artist signature in print at lower right. Edition number at lower left in graphite. Artist Proof 60/70. Framed and matted in black frame. Not examined out of frame. Frame measures approx 33.5 x 40.5 inches. Some wear consistent with exposure. Art, fine art print, framed art, wall decor, wall accessories, home decor, home accessories, serigraph, nhl, hockey, all star game, Peter max, limited edition print 10 LA v 3

    The Benefit Shop Foundation Inc.
  • Peter Max Cherry Creek Gallery Poster
    Apr. 23, 2025

    Peter Max Cherry Creek Gallery Poster

    Est: $250 - $300

    Peter Max Cherry Creek Gallery Poster. Reproduction Lithograph. 1979. 22 x 28. Very good condition

    Bruce Teleky Inc.
  • Painting, Peter Max
    Apr. 18, 2025

    Painting, Peter Max

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    Peter Max (American, b. 1937), "Umbrella Man," 2016, acrylic on canvas, signed upper right, artist stamp verso, canvas: 21"h x 16"w, overall (with frame): 30"h x 24.5"w

    Clars Auctions
  • Peter Max Framed Poster
    Apr. 17, 2025

    Peter Max Framed Poster

    Est: $100 - $200

    Peter Max Framed Poster. Framed measures 42 inches x 31 inches.

    Greenwich Auction
  • Peter Max (b. 1937) German American
    Apr. 15, 2025

    Peter Max (b. 1937) German American

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    TALKING TO KAREN, 1980, color screenprint, signed and numbered 130/165 in pencil, with the artist’s blind stamp lower right, image 16 ¾ x 22 ¾”, sheet 21 ¼ x 27 ½”, plexiglass frame 24 ¼ x 30 ¼”.

    Clark's Fine Art & Auctioneers Inc.
  • Peter Max “Umbrella Man" Fine Canvas Print
    Apr. 13, 2025

    Peter Max “Umbrella Man" Fine Canvas Print

    Est: -

    17w x 25h Umbrella Man by Peter Max – Fine canvas print featuring vibrant colors, bold lines, and Max’s signature pop art style, capturing a dynamic figure with energy and optimism. RH50003

    Monarch Auction and Estate Services
  • Peter Max Flag With Heart Fine Canvas Print
    Apr. 13, 2025

    Peter Max Flag With Heart Fine Canvas Print

    Est: -

    In good condition with wear commensurate with age. Measures approximately 25W x 17H. Flag with Heart by Peter Max – Fine canvas print featuring bold patriotic imagery, vibrant colors, and Max’s signature fusion of pop art and optimism. RH50003

    Monarch Auction and Estate Services
  • Peter Max Better World Fine Canvas Print
    Apr. 13, 2025

    Peter Max Better World Fine Canvas Print

    Est: -

    In good condition with wear commensurate with age. Measures approximately 17W x 25H. Better World by Peter Max – Fine canvas print bursting with vibrant color, bold lines, and Max’s signature uplifting, psychedelic style. RH50003

    Monarch Auction and Estate Services
  • PETER MAX MIXED MEDIA "WALKING IN THE REEDS"
    Apr. 13, 2025

    PETER MAX MIXED MEDIA "WALKING IN THE REEDS"

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    MAX, Peter, (German/American, 1937-2023): "Walking in Reeds”, Mixed Media Painting with Acrylic and Color Lithography/Paper, 17.25” x 24”, signed in acrylic, a unique variation, framed, 32" x 38". Sold with a copy of the original invoice and a 2009 appraisal for $8,600.

    Burchard Galleries Inc
  • PETER MAX ACRYLIC PAINTED SIGNED BASEBALL
    Apr. 12, 2025

    PETER MAX ACRYLIC PAINTED SIGNED BASEBALL

    Est: $300 - $500

    Peter Max acrylic painted baseball. Signed. Measures 2 3/4" diameter.

    Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
  • PETER MAX, FLOWER GARDEN, POSTERPOSTER
    Apr. 12, 2025

    PETER MAX, FLOWER GARDEN, POSTERPOSTER

    Est: $350 - $450

    Artist: Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) Title: Flower Garden Portfolio: If Series Year: 1981 Medium: PosterPoster Size: 10 x 14 in. (25.4 x 35.56 cm) Frame Size: 16 x 19.5 inches

    RoGallery
  • PETER MAX, IF SERIES: IF, POSTER
    Apr. 12, 2025

    PETER MAX, IF SERIES: IF, POSTER

    Est: $350 - $450

    Artist: Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) Title: If Series: If Portfolio: If Series Year: 1981 Medium: Poster Size: 10 x 14 in. (25.4 x 35.56 cm) Frame Size: 16 x 19.5 inches

    RoGallery
  • PETER MAX, KEYSTONE COPS, POSTER
    Apr. 12, 2025

    PETER MAX, KEYSTONE COPS, POSTER

    Est: $850 - $1,250

    Artist: Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) Title: Keystone Cops Year: 1967 Medium: Poster Size: 36 in. x 24 in. (91.44 cm x 60.96 cm)

    RoGallery
  • PETER MAX, CAPRICORN, POSTER
    Apr. 12, 2025

    PETER MAX, CAPRICORN, POSTER

    Est: $950 - $1,250

    Artist: Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) Title: Capricorn Year: circa 1968 Medium: Poster Size: 35 in. x 22.5 in. (88.9 cm x 57.15 cm)

    RoGallery
  • PETER MAX, PEACE CORPS, POSTER
    Apr. 12, 2025

    PETER MAX, PEACE CORPS, POSTER

    Est: $4,000 - $5,000

    Artist: Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) Title: Peace Corps Year: 1970 Medium: Poster Size: 58 in. x 75 in. (147.32 cm x 190.5 cm)

    RoGallery
  • PETER MAX (BORN 1937) ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPH TITLED FLAG, 20.5IN x 24.5IN (52cm x 62cm)
    Apr. 10, 2025

    PETER MAX (BORN 1937) ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPH TITLED FLAG, 20.5IN x 24.5IN (52cm x 62cm)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Original abstract lithograph by celebrated German/American artist Peter Max (Born 1937). It is titled Flag and it is after the original which was part of a series of flags in 2010. It is double matted and framed under glass in a golden frame. With frame, it measures 20.5 inches x 24.5 inches. This piece came from a Virginia art auction but it has no COA.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • PETER MAX (BORN 1937) ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPH TITLED AUDIO DNA, 20.5IN x 28IN (52cm x 71cm)
    Apr. 10, 2025

    PETER MAX (BORN 1937) ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPH TITLED AUDIO DNA, 20.5IN x 28IN (52cm x 71cm)

    Est: $1,750 - $2,000

    Color lithograph by celebrated German/American artist Peter Max (Born 1937). It is titled Audio DNA and it is after the original which was created in 1966. It is double matted and framed under glass in a black frame, and it measures 20.5 inches x 28 inches. This piece came from a Virginia art auction but it has no COA.

    The Rug Life Auctions
  • Peter Max, German/American B. 1937, Lady on Pattern
    Apr. 10, 2025

    Peter Max, German/American B. 1937, Lady on Pattern

    Est: $300 - $500

    Peter Max German/American, B. 1937 Lady on Pattern lithograph on paper ed. 207/300; signed and numbered in pencil

    Abell Auction
  • Peter Max, Original Watercolor and Pen on Paper, Aqua Profile, Signed
    Apr. 09, 2025

    Peter Max, Original Watercolor and Pen on Paper, Aqua Profile, Signed

    Est: $200 - $800

    Vibrant watercolor and dark ink pen composition by Peter Max, entitled Aqua Profile, featuring the artist's signature fluid linework and dynamic use of color. Executed in 2015, this artwork captures a stylized portrait in profile, adorned with celestial and nature-inspired elements, reflecting Max's signature fusion of Pop Art and Neo-Expressionism. The artwork is characterized by bold black ink strokes set against a dreamy watercolor wash of pastel greens, pinks, and yellows, lending a sense of movement and ethereal quality. Signed and dated on the upper right, the verso bears the P. Max Personal Collection stamp. Max, a cultural icon, is renowned for his psychedelic aesthetic and contributions to the visual lexicon of the 1960s and beyond. His works, often infused with cosmic themes and expressive energy, continue to hold strong collector interest. Artist: Peter Max (German-American, b. 1937) Issued: 2015 Dimensions: 10"L x 10"H Country of Origin: Germany/United States

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Peter Max, Mixed Media, Geometric Profile and Sailboat, Signed
    Apr. 09, 2025

    Peter Max, Mixed Media, Geometric Profile and Sailboat, Signed

    Est: $800 - $2,000

    Vibrant and dynamic, this mixed-media artwork by Peter Max titled Geometric Profile and Sailboat exemplifies the artist's signature fusion of Pop Art and Neo-Expressionism. Featuring a strikingly abstract profile set against a dreamlike waterscape, the composition is layered with bold geometric elements, a rich palette of primary and pastel hues, and expressive hand-painted details extending onto the mat. Max's iconic visual language, inspired by the psychedelic movement and cosmic imagery, is on full display, creating an evocative interplay between color and form. Signed by the artist, this piece reflects Max's enduring legacy in contemporary art, celebrated for his unmistakable style and influence on popular culture. Born in Berlin in 1937 and raised in Shanghai before emigrating to the United States, Peter Max became one of the most recognizable figures in American Pop Art. His bold use of color and cosmic motifs gained prominence in the 1960s, shaping the visual aesthetic of the era. Over his prolific career, Max's work has spanned music, advertising, and political art, with commissions for the U.S. government, major brands, and cultural events. Artist: Peter Max (German-American, b. 1937) Issued: 2007 Dimensions: 21.50"L x 23.50"H Country of Origin: Germany-USA

    Lion and Unicorn
  • Peter Max (AMERICAN, 1937) lithograph, "Royal Gardens", pencil signed lower right, image size 19 1/2 x 23-3/4 inches overall frame size 30 x 33 1/2 inches edition HC/V
    Apr. 08, 2025

    Peter Max (AMERICAN, 1937) lithograph, "Royal Gardens", pencil signed lower right, image size 19 1/2 x 23-3/4 inches overall frame size 30 x 33 1/2 inches edition HC/V

    Est: $250 - $500

    Peter Max (AMERICAN, 1937) lithograph, "Royal Gardens", pencil signed lower right, image size 19 1/2 x 23-3/4 inches overall frame size 30 x 33 1/2 inches edition HC/V

    Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
  • Peter Max Signed Exhibition Flyer, COA
    Apr. 06, 2025

    Peter Max Signed Exhibition Flyer, COA

    Est: $400 - $500

    PETER MAX Signed framed flyer for Central Park exhibition, March 26. Signed Max with the date '07 and drawing of an angel. Art measures approx. 4.5 x 5.75 in. Framed to 7 x 7 in.. Includes PSA/DNA Certificate of Authentication. Congratulations to the winning bidder!

    Four Seasons Auction Gallery
  • Peter Max. "Descending Angel," mixed media
    Apr. 04, 2025

    Peter Max. "Descending Angel," mixed media

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    (German/American, b. 1937) Acrylic embellished lithograph on paper, signed "Max" ul, inscription and sketch on verso, sheet size: 21 x 30 in., framed size: 33 1/2 x 42 in.

    Alex Cooper
  • Peter Max. "1988 Grateful Dead Spring Tour" Signed
    Apr. 04, 2025

    Peter Max. "1988 Grateful Dead Spring Tour" Signed

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    (German/American, b. 1937) Color concert poster, signed "Max" lc by Peter Max, (OP-1) Original Pre-Concert First Printing Poster, designed in collaboration with Jerry Garcia, 36 x 24 in., unframed

    Alex Cooper
  • PETER MAX, ETERNAL BUBBLE DANCE, SCREENPRINT ON ARCHES PAPER
    Mar. 30, 2025

    PETER MAX, ETERNAL BUBBLE DANCE, SCREENPRINT ON ARCHES PAPER

    Est: $3,600 - $4,500

    Artist: Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) Title: Eternal Bubble Dance Year: 1971 Medium: Screenprint on Arches Paper, signed and in pencil Edition: 100 Size: 22 in. x 30 in. (55.88 cm x 76.2 cm) Frame Size: 30 x 36 inches Printer: Peter Baum, NY Publisher: London Arts Inc, MI

    RoGallery
  • PETER MAX, STATUE OF LIBERTY (GREEN/BLUE), POSTER
    Mar. 30, 2025

    PETER MAX, STATUE OF LIBERTY (GREEN/BLUE), POSTER

    Est: $350 - $450

    Artist: Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) Title: Statue of Liberty (Green/Blue) Year: 1980 Medium: Poster Size: 13.75 x 10.75 in. (34.93 x 27.31 cm) Frame Size: 19.5 x 17 inches

    RoGallery
  • PETER MAX, STATUE OF LIBERTY, MIXED MEDIA WITH ACRYLIC AND COLOR LITHOGRAPHY
    Mar. 30, 2025

    PETER MAX, STATUE OF LIBERTY, MIXED MEDIA WITH ACRYLIC AND COLOR LITHOGRAPHY

    Est: $10,000 - $12,000

    Artist: Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) Title: Statue of Liberty Medium: Mixed Media with Acrylic and Color Lithography, signed Size: 35.5 x 31.5 in. (90.17 x 80.01 cm) Frame Size: 41.5 x 37.5 inches

    RoGallery
  • PETER MAX (1937- ) GERMAN
    Mar. 29, 2025

    PETER MAX (1937- ) GERMAN

    Est: $1,800 - $2,200

    Original Mixed Media on paper "Blushing Beauty". Hand signed by Peter Max. Circa 2016. Overall framed 22 1/4" sq.

    Chamberlain Auction Gallery
  • PETER MAX (1937- ) GERMAN
    Mar. 29, 2025

    PETER MAX (1937- ) GERMAN

    Est: $3,000 - $4,000

    Unique original one of a kind art work. Original Mixed Media on paper with Expo 74 preserve the invironment stamp upper right corner (1st day of issue) "Side Portrait". Hand signed & dated by Peter Max. Circa 1991. Overall framed 13 1/2" x 18 1/4".

    Chamberlain Auction Gallery
  • PETER MAX (1937- ) GERMAN
    Mar. 29, 2025

    PETER MAX (1937- ) GERMAN

    Est: $1,500 - $1,800

    Vintage hand signed Lithograph "Woman Seated in Chair". Hand signed and numbered in pencil by Max 211/300. Circa 1978. Overall framed 35 1/2" x 28 1/4".

    Chamberlain Auction Gallery
  • PETER MAX (1937- ) GERMAN
    Mar. 29, 2025

    PETER MAX (1937- ) GERMAN

    Est: $3,000 - $4,000

    Original Mixed Media and Acrylic "Love". Hand signed in acrylic, lower right. Circa 2006. Image 11" x 8 1/2", Overall framed 25" x 22 1/2".

    Chamberlain Auction Gallery
  • Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Mixed Media "Cosmic Flyer"
    Mar. 29, 2025

    Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Mixed Media "Cosmic Flyer"

    Est: $400 - $800

    Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Mixed Media "Cosmic Flyer with Sun on Blend". Mixed Media on Paper. Signed in the lower right. Depicting a person in colorful clothes flying in front of an even more vibrant background with a shining sun and mountains. Information on the reverse including medium and title.  Overall Size: 26 3/8 x 30 1/2 in.  Sight Size: 12 x 16 in.  #6771 Peter Max, a prolific American artist born in Germany in 1937, rose to prominence in the 1960s as a leading figure in the psychedelic art movement. Renowned for his vibrant colors, bold graphic style, and eclectic subject matter, Max became synonymous with the spirit of the era, creating iconic imagery that captured the zeitgeist of the time. His distinctive artworks adorned everything from album covers to posters, and even the hull of a Continental Airlines jet. Max's work transcended traditional boundaries, blending elements of pop culture, spirituality, and cosmic imagery to create a visually stunning and emotionally resonant body of work. With a career spanning decades, he continues to inspire audiences worldwide with his whimsical and visionary artistry.

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Embellished Serigraph
    Mar. 29, 2025

    Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Embellished Serigraph

    Est: $600 - $900

    Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Embellished Serigraph. Title: "Heart on Blends." Signed bottom right.  Overall Size: 23 1/2 x 21 1/2 in.  Sight Size: 9 1/4 x 7 1/4 in.  #9198 .    Peter Max, a prolific American artist born in Berlin, Germany in 1937, rose to prominence in the 1960s as a leading figure in the psychedelic art movement. His parents, Salla and Jakob Finkelstein, were German Jews who fled Berlin in 1938, settling in Shanghai, China, where they lived for the next ten years. Peter’s childhood in Shanghai influenced much of his later work. He loved the colors and the “calligraphic ballet” that he witnessed daily at the Buddhist temple across the street from the family villa. In 1948, the family moved to Haifa, Israel, where they lived for several years. Peter attended school in Mount Carmel, but was often drawing instead of taking notes. His principal suggested to his parents that he be put in art lessons after school, and he began to study under Professor Hünik, a Viennese Expressionist. From Israel, the family continued moving westward and stopped in Paris for several months, an experience that Max said greatly influenced his appreciation for art, particularly from taking drawing classes at the Louvre, where he began to study Fauvism. After nine months in Paris, Max and his family made their final move, settling in Brooklyn, New York, where he attended Lafayette High School and then studied anatomical drawing at the Art Students League of New York alongside Norman Rockwell. Renowned for his vibrant colors, bold graphic style, and eclectic subject matter, Max became synonymous with the spirit of the rapidly changing 1960s, creating iconic imagery that captured the zeitgeist of the time. His distinctive artworks adorned everything from album covers to posters, and even the hull of a Continental Airlines jet. Max’s work transcended traditional boundaries, blending elements of pop culture, spirituality, and cosmic imagery to create a visually stunning and emotionally resonant body of work. With a career spanning decades, he continues to inspire audiences worldwide with his whimsical and visionary artistry, despite many trials and tribulations in his later years.

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Mixed Media on Lithograph
    Mar. 29, 2025

    Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Mixed Media on Lithograph

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Mixed Media on Lithograph. Depicts a Statue of Liberty figure surrounded by flowers, with mixed hand-added paint marks on top of the print. Signed bottom left in acrylics. Label on back from Crown Princess with date of January 4th, 2014 and the title: "Land of the Free Home of the Brave." Each embellishment is handmade by the artist, and therefore unique.  Overall Size: 34 x 40 in.  Sight Size: 17 x 23 in.  #6536 .  Peter Max, a prolific American artist born in Berlin, Germany in 1937, rose to prominence in the 1960s as a leading figure in the psychedelic art movement. His parents, Salla and Jakob Finkelstein, were German Jews who fled Berlin in 1938, settling in Shanghai, China, where they lived for the next ten years. Peter’s childhood in Shanghai influenced much of his later work. He loved the colors and the “calligraphic ballet” that he witnessed daily at the Buddhist temple across the street from the family villa. In 1948, the family moved to Haifa, Israel, where they lived for several years. Peter attended school in Mount Carmel, but was often drawing instead of taking notes. His principal suggested to his parents that he be put in art lessons after school, and he began to study under Professor Hünik, a Viennese Expressionist. From Israel, the family continued moving westward and stopped in Paris for several months, an experience that Max said greatly influenced his appreciation for art, particularly from taking drawing classes at the Louvre, where he began to study Fauvism. After nine months in Paris, Max and his family made their final move, settling in Brooklyn, New York, where he attended Lafayette High School and then studied anatomical drawing at the Art Students League of New York alongside Norman Rockwell. Renowned for his vibrant colors, bold graphic style, and eclectic subject matter, Max became synonymous with the spirit of the rapidly changing 1960s, creating iconic imagery that captured the zeitgeist of the time. His distinctive artworks adorned everything from album covers to posters, and even the hull of a Continental Airlines jet. Max’s work transcended traditional boundaries, blending elements of pop culture, spirituality, and cosmic imagery to create a visually stunning and emotionally resonant body of work. With a career spanning decades, he continues to inspire audiences worldwide with his whimsical and visionary artistry, despite many trials and tribulations in his later years.

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Mixed Media on Lithograph
    Mar. 29, 2025

    Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Mixed Media on Lithograph

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Mixed Media on Lithograph. Shows the Statue of Liberty head in vibrant colors. Signature in acrylic bottom right. Label on back from Crown Princess with information, including date (2014) and title ("Liberty Head II on Blends").  Overall Size: 21 1/2 x 23 1/2 in.  Sight Size: 7 1/2 x 9 1/2 in.  #6514 .    Peter Max, a prolific American artist born in Berlin, Germany in 1937, rose to prominence in the 1960s as a leading figure in the psychedelic art movement. His parents, Salla and Jakob Finkelstein, were German Jews who fled Berlin in 1938, settling in Shanghai, China, where they lived for the next ten years. Peter’s childhood in Shanghai influenced much of his later work. He loved the colors and the “calligraphic ballet” that he witnessed daily at the Buddhist temple across the street from the family villa. In 1948, the family moved to Haifa, Israel, where they lived for several years. Peter attended school in Mount Carmel, but was often drawing instead of taking notes. His principal suggested to his parents that he be put in art lessons after school, and he began to study under Professor Hünik, a Viennese Expressionist. From Israel, the family continued moving westward and stopped in Paris for several months, an experience that Max said greatly influenced his appreciation for art, particularly from taking drawing classes at the Louvre, where he began to study Fauvism. After nine months in Paris, Max and his family made their final move, settling in Brooklyn, New York, where he attended Lafayette High School and then studied anatomical drawing at the Art Students League of New York alongside Norman Rockwell. Renowned for his vibrant colors, bold graphic style, and eclectic subject matter, Max became synonymous with the spirit of the rapidly changing 1960s, creating iconic imagery that captured the zeitgeist of the time. His distinctive artworks adorned everything from album covers to posters, and even the hull of a Continental Airlines jet. Max’s work transcended traditional boundaries, blending elements of pop culture, spirituality, and cosmic imagery to create a visually stunning and emotionally resonant body of work. With a career spanning decades, he continues to inspire audiences worldwide with his whimsical and visionary artistry, despite many trials and tribulations in his later years.

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Abstract Lithograph Print, "1989 Grammys"
    Mar. 29, 2025

    Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Abstract Lithograph Print, "1989 Grammys"

    Est: $800 - $1,600

    Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Abstract Lithograph Print, "1989 Grammys". Unlimited lithograph print of Peter Max's poster done for the 1989 Grammy awards. Signed in plate lower right. Overall Size: 42 x 50 in. Sight Size: 31 x 38 1/2 in. Peter Max, a prolific American artist born in Berlin, Germany in 1937, rose to prominence in the 1960s as a leading figure in the psychedelic art movement. His parents, Salla and Jakob Finkelstein, were German Jews who fled Berlin in 1938, settling in Shanghai, China, where they lived for the next ten years. Peter’s childhood in Shanghai influenced much of his later work. He loved the colors and the “calligraphic ballet” that he witnessed daily at the Buddhist temple across the street from the family villa. In 1948, the family moved to Haifa, Israel, where they lived for several years. Peter attended school in Mount Carmel, but was often drawing instead of taking notes. His principal suggested to his parents that he be put in art lessons after school, and he began to study under Professor Hünik, a Viennese Expressionist. From Israel, the family continued moving westward and stopped in Paris for several months, an experience that Max said greatly influenced his appreciation for art, particularly from taking drawing classes at the Louvre, where he began to study Fauvism. After nine months in Paris, Max and his family made their final move, settling in Brooklyn, New York, where he attended Lafayette High School and then studied anatomical drawing at the Art Students League of New York alongside Norman Rockwell. Renowned for his vibrant colors, bold graphic style, and eclectic subject matter, Max became synonymous with the spirit of the rapidly changing 1960s, creating iconic imagery that captured the zeitgeist of the time. His distinctive artworks adorned everything from album covers to posters, and even the hull of a Continental Airlines jet. Max’s work transcended traditional boundaries, blending elements of pop culture, spirituality, and cosmic imagery to create a visually stunning and emotionally resonant body of work. With a career spanning decades, he continues to inspire audiences worldwide with his whimsical and visionary artistry, despite many trials and tribulations in his later years. #12 #6032

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Mixed Media on Paper
    Mar. 29, 2025

    Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Mixed Media on Paper

    Est: $600 - $900

    Peter Max (Born 1937) American, Mixed Media on Paper. Title: "Umbrella Man on Blue Ver. I #46 (193682)." Signature top right. Prior auction information and a certificate of authenticity in an envelope attached to the back. Dated 2010. Edition 1/1.  Overall Size: 31 1/2 x 37 1/2 in.  Sight Size: 15 3/8 x 19 3/8 in.  #9176 .    Peter Max, a prolific American artist born in Berlin, Germany in 1937, rose to prominence in the 1960s as a leading figure in the psychedelic art movement. His parents, Salla and Jakob Finkelstein, were German Jews who fled Berlin in 1938, settling in Shanghai, China, where they lived for the next ten years. Peter’s childhood in Shanghai influenced much of his later work. He loved the colors and the “calligraphic ballet” that he witnessed daily at the Buddhist temple across the street from the family villa. In 1948, the family moved to Haifa, Israel, where they lived for several years. Peter attended school in Mount Carmel, but was often drawing instead of taking notes. His principal suggested to his parents that he be put in art lessons after school, and he began to study under Professor Hünik, a Viennese Expressionist. From Israel, the family continued moving westward and stopped in Paris for several months, an experience that Max said greatly influenced his appreciation for art, particularly from taking drawing classes at the Louvre, where he began to study Fauvism. After nine months in Paris, Max and his family made their final move, settling in Brooklyn, New York, where he attended Lafayette High School and then studied anatomical drawing at the Art Students League of New York alongside Norman Rockwell. Renowned for his vibrant colors, bold graphic style, and eclectic subject matter, Max became synonymous with the spirit of the rapidly changing 1960s, creating iconic imagery that captured the zeitgeist of the time. His distinctive artworks adorned everything from album covers to posters, and even the hull of a Continental Airlines jet. Max’s work transcended traditional boundaries, blending elements of pop culture, spirituality, and cosmic imagery to create a visually stunning and emotionally resonant body of work. With a career spanning decades, he continues to inspire audiences worldwide with his whimsical and visionary artistry, despite many trials and tribulations in his later years.

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • Peter Max's "The Better World" Limited Edition Print
    Mar. 29, 2025

    Peter Max's "The Better World" Limited Edition Print

    Est: $300 - $350

    Peter Max's "The Better World" limited edition print, signed lower middle and numbered 87/750 lower left. From the World Federation of United Nations Associations collection. Some creases to upper left, lower left, and lower right corners. Included with certificate of authenticity.

    Oakwood Auctions
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