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Who is Peter Max? Peter Max Biography and Wiki
Peter Max is a German-American artist known for using bright colors in his work. Works by Max are associated with the visual arts and culture of the 1960s, particularly psychedelic art and pop art.
Peter Max Age and Birthday
Peter Max was born Peter Max Finkelstein on October 19, 1937, in Berlin, Germany. He celebrates his birthday on October 19th every year. Max will be 83 years old on Oct. 19th, 2020.
Peter Max Height and Weight
Max is a man of average stature, he also appears to be quite tall in stature in his photos. He stands at a height of 5 feet and 9 inches (1.75 meters). He also weighs 160 lbs (73 kgs).
Peter Max Education
Max studied at Lafayette High School. He also attended the Art Students League of New York. In 1956, Max began his formal art training at the Art Students League of New York in Manhattan, studying anatomy, figure drawing, and composition under Frank J. Reilly who had studied at the League alongside Norman Rockwell.
Peter Max Parents and Siblings
Peter was born to his parents Jacob Finkelstein (Father) and Salla Finkelstein (Mother). After doing our research, details about his family are not known to the public and it is also not known if he has any siblings.
Max was born in Berlin, the son of German Jews, Sala, and Jacob. They fled Berlin in 1938, settling in Shanghai, China, where they lived for the next ten years. In 1948, the family moved to Haifa, Israel, where they lived for several years. 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—eventually settling in Brooklyn, New York City
Peter Max Wife
Max married his first wife Elizabeth Ann Nance in 1963 and they divorced in 1976. Max had a nine-year-long relationship with musician and model Rosie Vela that ended in 1985. He was also romantically connected with Tina Louise. Max married Mary Balkin in 1997; she died by suicide (nitrogen asphyxiation) in June 2019.
Peter Max Children
He has two kids named Adam Cosmo Max (Son) and Libra Astro Max (Daughter). Max lives in New York City with his two adult children, Adam Cosmo Max, and Libra Astro Max.
Peter Max Salary and Net Worth
Max has enjoyed a long career in the entertainment industry spanning almost four decades. Through proceeds from his work as an artist, he has been able to accumulate a huge fortune. Peter is estimated to have a net worth of about $50million.
He earns over $5 million as salary annually
Peter Max Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Max.
Peter Max Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Peter Max
- Popular As: Peter Max Finkelstein
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Artist
- Nationality: American, German
- Race / Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Judaism
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Peter Max Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 83 years old
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Date of Birth: October 19, 1937
- Place of Birth: Berlin, Germany
- Birthday: October 19th
Peter Max Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: 5 ft 9 inches
- Weight: 73 kg
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Brown
Max Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Jacob Finkelstein
- Mother: Salla Finkelstein
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
- Marital Status: Widower
- Wife/Spouse: Married to Mary Max (Died 2019)
- Children: Sons ( Adam Cosmo Max) Daughter (Libra Astro Max)
Peter Networth and Salary
- Net Worth: $50 million
- Salary: over $5 million annually
- Source of Income: Pop Artist
Max House and Cars
- Place of living: Manhattan, New York, United States
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Peter Max Career
Max began his art career in 1962 when he launched a small arts studio in Manhattan called ‘The Daly & Max Studio’ alongside his friend Tom Daly. In 1968, he appeared on The Tonight Show and he was also featured on Life Magazine.
In 1970, his works were featured in the exhibition titled ‘The World of Peter Max’. He has been the official artist for many major events like the 1994 World Cup, the Grammy Awards, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the super bowls, and many more. He was also the official artist of the 2000 World Series.
In 1989, he designed the cover photo of Aretha Franklin’s Through the Storm album. In 1994, he designed the artwork for the progressive rock band Yes’s fourteenth studio album Talk. Over the years, Max’s artworks have been associated with the counter culture, neo-expressionism, and psychedelic movements.
Max’s artwork was featured on CBS’s The Early Show where his ’44 Obamas’ commemorating Barack Obama, the 44th president of the United States was debuted. In 2013, a book titled The Universe of Peter was published by HarperCollins.
Peter Max Painting
Max is best known for painting, drawing, etchings, collage, printmaking, sculpture, video and digital imagery. He often uses American icons and symbols in his artwork. He has created paintings of Ford, Carter, Reagan, and Bush. He regularly features images of celebrities, politicians, athletes and sporting events, and other pop culture subjects in his artwork. He is known for using bursts of color which often contains much or all of the visible spectrum.
Peter Max Etchings
Max works in multiple media including painting, drawing, etchings (including aquatint), collage, printmaking, sculpture, video, and digital imagery. He also includes “mass media” as being another “canvas” for his creative expression
Peter Max Death
Max is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues. However, the wife of the artist Max died in a suspected suicide amid a family fight over her husband’s work and allegations that he was being exploited. New York City Police said Mary Max, 52, was found dead in her apartment by her husband’s health aide.
Frequently Asked Questions About Peter Max
Who is Peter Max?
Max is a German-American artist known for using bright colors in his work. Works by Max are associated with the visual arts and culture of the 1960s, particularly psychedelic art and pop art.
How old is Peter Max?
Peter is a Germany national born on 19th October 1937, in Berlin, Germany and he was raised in Shanghai, China. He is 83 years as of 2020.
How tall is Peter Max?
Max stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches
Is Peter Max married?
Max is married to his wife Mary Max. Mary Max died in 2019 after she killed herself in her upper west side apartment.
How much is Peter Max worth?
Max has an approximate net worth of $50 million. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the art industry.
Where does Max live?
He is a resident of Manhattan, New York, United States, we shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them.
Is Peter dead or alive?
Peter is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of his being sick or having any health-related issues.
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