Jean-Michel Basquiat. 40th Anniversary Edition

Jean-Michel Basquiat was a famous artist in the 1980s who was part of a group of people who made art, music, and movies in New York City. He used raw figures and integrated words and phrases in his paintings, which were inspired by jazz, boxing, and basketball. He worked with Andy Warhol and was on the cover of The New York Times Magazine. Basquiat died at the age of 27, but his art is still popular today. This book shows his most important paintings, drawings, and notebook sketches with an introduction to the artist and an essay about his themes and artistic development.

Format: Hardback
Length: 512 pages
Publication date: 23 February 2021
Publisher: Taschen GmbH

Jean-Michel Basquiat, a renowned artist of the 1980s New York City scene, emerged in the late 1970s under the moniker SAMO. His distinctive style, characterized by raw figures and integrated words and phrases, drew inspiration from a diverse range of influences, including jazz, boxing, basketball, arcane history, and street life. Basquiat's collaboration with Andy Warhol in 1983 marked a significant milestone in his career, and he was featured on the cover of The New York Times Magazine in 1985. Tragically, Basquiat passed away at the age of 27, leaving behind a lasting legacy as one of the most successful artists of his time.

This comprehensive book, originally published in an XXL edition, offers an unprecedented insight into Basquiat's art. Now available in a compact and accessible format, it celebrates TASCHEN's 40th anniversary. With pristine reproductions of his most seminal paintings, drawings, and notebook sketches, the book provides a vivid proximity to Basquiat's intricate marks and scribbled words. An introduction by editor Hans Werner Holzwarth and an essay by curator and art historian Eleanor Nairne further illuminate his themes and artistic development. Richly illustrated year-by-year chapter breaks follow the artist's life, quoting from his own statements and contemporary reviews to provide both personal and critical perspectives.

Jean-Michel Basquiat's impact on the art world cannot be overstated. His bold and expressive style broke boundaries and challenged traditional art conventions. His work continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, and his influence can be seen in the work of countless artists who have followed in his footsteps. Basquiat's legacy as a painter with a strong personal voice and a visionary artist who left an indelible mark on the history of contemporary art will undoubtedly continue to inspire and influence generations to come.

Weight: 1470g
Dimension: 229 x 163 x 44 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783836580922