top of page
Basquiat - Untitled
Signed: Jean Michel Basquiat
Acrylic on Paper
Verso: SAMO
Reference: SAMO, short for "Same Old Shit", was a pseudonymous art brand created by Basquiat and his friend Al Diaz in the late 1970's. It originated in New York City as part of the graffiti movement. SAMO became known for its witty and often provocative slogans, which were spray-painted on buildings and wallsSide of Manhattan.
In Basquiat's paintings, references to SAMO often symbolize a critique of consumer culture, social issues, and the art world itself. The SAMO work challenged the conventions of the time, blending street art with fine art and pushing boundaries regarding identity, race, and social norms. After Basquiat's rise to fame, the SAMO brand became a significant part of his identity and legacy, reflecting his roots in the urban environment and his status as a pioneering figure in contemporary art.
Verso: SAMO
Reference: SAMO, short for "Same Old Shit", was a pseudonymous art brand created by Basquiat and his friend Al Diaz in the late 1970's. It originated in New York City as part of the graffiti movement. SAMO became known for its witty and often provocative slogans, which were spray-painted on buildings and wallsSide of Manhattan.
In Basquiat's paintings, references to SAMO often symbolize a critique of consumer culture, social issues, and the art world itself. The SAMO work challenged the conventions of the time, blending street art with fine art and pushing boundaries regarding identity, race, and social norms. After Basquiat's rise to fame, the SAMO brand became a significant part of his identity and legacy, reflecting his roots in the urban environment and his status as a pioneering figure in contemporary art.
98462285_2_x
98462285_3_x
98462285_4_x
98462285_5_x
98462285_6_x
bottom of page