A pioneering pop artist known for his vibrant, swirling designs that defined the 1960s counterculture era has passed away at 88. His bold, psychedelic artwork—seen on everything from postage stamps to cruise ships—embodied the optimism of the "flower power" movement and achieved widespread commercial success. The artist’s son confirmed the death in a statement released Wednesday, though no details about the cause were provided. Fans and admirers of his iconic, instantly recognizable style may reflect on his lasting influence.
The US artist, whose swirly, colorful, instantly recognizable designs became hugely commercially successful, died on MondayPeter Max, whose colorful, psychedelic pop art expressed the optimism of the “flower power” movement of the 1960s and graced everything from postage stamps to a cruise ship, has died at 88.Max died on Monday, his son, Adam Max, said in a written statement on Wednesday. No cause was given. Continue reading...
