Jean-Michel Basquiat

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Jean-Michel Basquiat (1960-1988) was a groundbreaking American artist known for his prolific work in the late 20th century. Rising from the New York graffiti scene, Basquiat’s raw and expressive paintings combined text, symbols, and vivid imagery, often exploring themes of identity, race, and social commentary.

His meteoric rise in the art world led to collaborations with contemporaries like Andy Warhol. Basquiat’s works are characterized by a unique blend of street art and fine art, garnering critical acclaim and a devoted following. Tragically, he passed away at just 27, leaving a lasting legacy as an influential figure in contemporary art.

Jean-Michel Basquiat – Boy and Dog in a Johnnypump, 1982, acrylic, oil stick, spray paint on canvas, 240 x 420 cm (96 x 164 in), installation view, Fondation Beyeler, Switzerland, 2023 feat

Banksy vs. Basquiat – Who did it better? Boy & Dog in a Johnnypump

Paintings, Street Art / 9 minutes of reading
Jean-Michel Basquiat had a short but successful career. Starting in the late 1970s with painting graffiti, it was not until the early 1980s that he experienced real success in the art world. During this time, he created one of his most best-known paintings, Boy and Dog in a Johnnypump. It is considered Basquiat’s artwork at […]

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Basquiat’s brilliantly-chaotic Charles the First painting

Paintings / 3 minutes of reading
Jean-Michel Basquiat was one artist who managed to mix politics, poetry, graffiti, and artistry in his masterpieces. They are as memorable as any work by an artist whose work was extra admirable. In Charles the First, Basquiat managed to create a beautiful piece that’s more than intriguing too. That work stands out for many reasons.

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What does the crown in Basquiat’s paintings mean?

Paintings / 10 minutes of reading
Jean-Michel Basquiat was an American artist of Haitian and Puerto Rican descent. He was one of the most influential American artists and focused on “suggestive dichotomies,” including integration versus segregation, wealth versus poverty, and inner versus outer experience. He is considered to be the founder of the neo-expressionism movement. Crown Since introducing the crown symbol

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