Andy Mouse 2 is a 1986 screenprint on paper by Keith Haring. The eccentric piece is part of Haring’s exploration of the iconic character Mickey Mouse, combined with the likeness of his pop-artist mentor Andy Warhol, resulting in the unique and playful Andy Mouse portfolio that merges pop culture, art world iconography, and powerful messages.

The composition features Andy Mouse as the central figure of the artwork , with his round ears and trademark nose, sporting a pair of Warhol’s signature glasses and posed as if mid-skateboard trick. Andy Mouse is surrounded by a flurry of energetically charged figures and abstract shapes, which seem to flow and intertwine around him, but the mood of these figures is ambiguous. While some seem to celebrate the Pop icon, others bend with shaking knees as they hold him in the air and crumble under the pressure. The theme is suggestive of the weight of the influence of consumerism embedded in beautiful portraits and trips to Disneyland.

Apart from the piece is a celebration of pop art and culture, as well as a tribute to the legacy of both Warhol and Haring. The fusion of Mickey Mouse and Warhol creates a playful and intriguing visual metaphor that speaks to the ways in which popular culture and “high art” intersect and influence each other. Haring’s use of bold lines and bright colors adds to the overall vibrancy and energy of the piece, making it a joyous and uplifting celebration of creativity and artistic expression.

In Andy Mouse 2 Haring’s unique artistic vision is once again on full display, showcasing his ability to blend pop culture and social commentary into a cohesive and visually enticing whole.