A historical exhibition in Saint-Tropez

During the summer and fall of 2021, the citadel of Saint-Tropez was adorned with Keith Haring’s dynamic, brightly colored forms. Organized by the Keith Haring Foundation, in collaboration with Doriano Navarra (director of the Galerie Enrico Navarra) and Sébastien Moreu, this outdoor exhibition featured seven sculptures, including six monumental works and the famous Pop Shop Tokyo. For nearly five months, these works were an integral part of the Mediterranean landscape, attracting thousands of visitors and celebrating the artist’s timeless legacy.

A technical challenge worthy of the art

In 2022, JJGK Aero had the honor and responsibility of taking in three of these iconic sculptures to give them a new lease on life. After months of outdoor display, the works required meticulous restoration to restore their original luster.

Thus, between January and November 2022, three sculptures successively arrived at our workshops:

• Untitled (S-Man) (1987)
• Untitled (1989)
• Untitled (Yellow Arching Figure) (1985)

These sculptures, with their impressive dimensions (up to 5.28 meters long, 4.12 meters high, and 3.07 meters wide), presented both a logistical and artistic challenge. Thanks to our exceptionally large paint booth, our expert painters were able to work with precision on every detail, preserving Keith Haring’s vibrant colors and signature lines.

Every step of the process was carried out with the utmost care to restore these works’ visual power and artistic integrity.

Keith Haring left his mark on art history with his unique style and social activism. Restoring his sculptures means preserving cultural heritage while allowing new generations to discover his work. At JJGK Aero, we are proud to have contributed to this mission by combining our passion for art with our technical expertise.