Basquiat paintings

This painting in the style of Basquiat depicts a crocodile, showcasing the artist's signature bold and expressive brushstrokes.

Jean-Michel Basquiat's legacy as one of the 20th century's most influential artists is undeniable. Emerging from the Brooklyn streets in the 1980s, Basquiat's vibrant artworks employed bold colors, expressive brushstrokes, and a compelling mix of

Art Direct on Instagram: “#Repost @poparttrio ・・・ Jean-Michel Basquiat in his studio in the basement of Annina Nosei's gallery at 100 Prince Street in SoHo, May…”

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In May 2017, Jean-Michel Basquiat' s painting, Untitled (1982), sold to Japanese entrepreneur Yusaku Maezawa for $110.5 million at Sotheby's in New York – the fifth-highest price ever paid for an art work at auction.

• A key theme in Basquiat’s art is the human skull. His mother gave him the book, Gray’s Anatomy when he was just a kid, and was influenced by it ever since. He became fascinated with the internal workings of the human body. He also became intensely focused on showing human emotion, thoughts and internal struggle in his art. His depictions of skulls, with quick and busy brushstrokes represent this internal activity. ⁣ • “I don't think about art when I'm working. I try to think about life.”…

Jean-Michel Basquiat’s artwork offers a plethora of symbols and interpretations. Learn more about them in our guide to Basquiat’s symbols and meanings.