Chocolate Buddha 2 (Littmann P. 124) by Keith Haring unfolds as a continuous network of intertwined figures that create a mystical almost mythical image.The Figures merge into one another through uninterrupted contour lines and come together to form a love heart.

The motifs echo visual structures associated with tribal and spiritual traditions, reinforcing the work’s meditative quality creating texture and directional movement while preserving the clarity and calmness of the work.

Produced in 1989, Chocolate Buddha 2 reflects Haring’s growing interest in spiritual philosophy and symbolic interconnectedness. Rather than functioning as direct illustration, the imagery operates through accumulation and continuous movement, encouraging a slower and more sustained engagement with the piece. The work differs from the more immediate public imagery associated with Haring’s murals and subway drawings, yet remains rooted in the same principles of rhythm, clarity and universal legibility.

Chocolate Buddha 2 demonstrates the flexibility of Haring’s during his late print practice, where recurring motifs evolved into more layered and contemplative structures. The work combines the directness of his graphic approach with a heightened sense of rhythm and visual interconnectedness, creating a work that rewards both immediate recognition and sustained viewing.

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