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  2. Jean-Michel Basquiat - Wikipedia

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    Basquiat was born on December 22, 1960, in Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York City, the second of four children to Matilde Basquiat (née Andrades, 1934–2008) and Gérard Basquiat (1930–2013). [2] He had an older brother, Max, who died shortly before his birth, and two younger sisters, Lisane (b. 1964) and Jeanine (b. 1967).

  3. Untitled (Skull) - Wikipedia

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    The subdued facial expression is a contrast to the vibrant colors that suggest an abundance of internal activity. Basquiat's use of heads and skulls are deeply rooted in his identity as a Black American and are evocative of African masks. [4] "He developed a unique style, which combined expressive and at times violent brushstrokes with words ...

  4. Boy and Dog in a Johnnypump - Wikipedia

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    [5] [6] Brant's Basquiat collection was exhibited in 2019 at the Brant Foundation in New York. [7] The sale was reportedly finalized before the COVID-19 pandemic earlier that year. [4] A spokesman for Citadel, Griffin's investment firm, released a statement that "the vast majority of Ken's art collection is on display at museums for the public ...

  5. Untitled (Tar Tar Tar, Lead Lead Lead) - Wikipedia

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    [2] The year it was created, Basquiat had his first solo exhibition at Galleria d'Arte Emilio Mazzoli and Annina Nosei became his first art dealer. [3] [4] Describing his aesthetic, she said his paintings "had a quality you don't find on the walls of the street, a quality of poetry and a universal message of the sign. It was a bit immature, but ...

  6. Life Doesn't Frighten Me - Wikipedia

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    Reviewing the book, Publishers Weekly wrote: Boyers, a TV producer and art collector, deserves a standing ovation for her performance in pairing Angelou's poem with abstract paintings by the late Basquiat…the proximity of Basquiat's edgy, streetwise pictures adds even greater power and authenticity to Angelou's refrain, "Life doesn't frighten me at all.''

  7. List of paintings by Jean-Michel Basquiat - Wikipedia

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    The following is a list of significant artworks by the American artist Jean-Michel Basquiat (1960–1988), who played a historic role in the rise of street art and neo-expressionism. During his short yet productive career, Basquiat created more than 600 paintings and 1,500 drawings. [1] He started creating sculptures and mixed media works in 1979.

  8. Sabado por la Noche - Wikipedia

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    Basquiat often drew from his Afro-Caribbean roots by relating symbols from his heritage such as "Spanish words and African masks, to the tumultuous experience of modern-day street life." [ 3 ] Sabado por la Noche was executed in 1984, an important period in Basquiat's career.

  9. Boom for Real: The Late Teenage Years of Jean-Michel Basquiat

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    On review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 89% based on 47 reviews, with an average rating of 6.7/10.The website's critical consensus reads, "Boom for Real: The Late Teenage Years of Jean-Michel Basquiat offers an insightful look into a key period of the artist's life, his peers and influences, and the early '80s art world."