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Gallery
Acrylic on Board
Signed & Sealed by:
Gerald Basquiat, Liquidator of the Estate of Jean Michel Basquiat
Date: 11-8
Verso: Label of
Lefebre Gallery,
47, East 77th Street,
New York,21 New York, Rhinelander 4-3384
Ref. Jean Michel Basquiat -
Jean-Michel Basquiat (American, 1960-1988) was an influential New York artist of Haitian and Puerto Rican descent. Basquiat first achieved fame as part of SAMO, an informal graffiti duo who wrote enigmatic epigrams in the cultural hotbed of Manhattan's Lower East Side. It was here, during the late 1970s, that rap, punk, and street art coalesced into early hip-hop culture. By the 1980s, Basquiat's neo-expressionist paintings were being exhibited in galleries and museums internationally.
Basquiat used social commentary as a tool for introspection, and for identifying with his own experiences in the black community. Basquiat also used his platform to bring attention to power structures and systems of racism. Basquiat's visual poetics were acutely political and direct in their criticism of colonialism.
At the age of 27, Jean-Michel Basquiat died of a heroin overdose at his art studio. Almost two decades later, at a Sotheby's auction, a 1982 painting by Basquiat ("Untitled") sold for $110.5 million, setting a new record high for any American artist at auction. Basquiat's life and work has inspired films at theToronto International Film Festival, the Sundance Film Festival, and on American Masters (PBS), and his influence even extends to the music and style of many contemporary artists, including hip hop mogul Jay Z. Jean-Michel Basquiat is a true American legend.
Signed & Sealed by:
Gerald Basquiat, Liquidator of the Estate of Jean Michel Basquiat
Date: 11-8
Verso: Label of
Lefebre Gallery,
47, East 77th Street,
New York,21 New York, Rhinelander 4-3384
Ref. Jean Michel Basquiat -
Jean-Michel Basquiat (American, 1960-1988) was an influential New York artist of Haitian and Puerto Rican descent. Basquiat first achieved fame as part of SAMO, an informal graffiti duo who wrote enigmatic epigrams in the cultural hotbed of Manhattan's Lower East Side. It was here, during the late 1970s, that rap, punk, and street art coalesced into early hip-hop culture. By the 1980s, Basquiat's neo-expressionist paintings were being exhibited in galleries and museums internationally.
Basquiat used social commentary as a tool for introspection, and for identifying with his own experiences in the black community. Basquiat also used his platform to bring attention to power structures and systems of racism. Basquiat's visual poetics were acutely political and direct in their criticism of colonialism.
At the age of 27, Jean-Michel Basquiat died of a heroin overdose at his art studio. Almost two decades later, at a Sotheby's auction, a 1982 painting by Basquiat ("Untitled") sold for $110.5 million, setting a new record high for any American artist at auction. Basquiat's life and work has inspired films at theToronto International Film Festival, the Sundance Film Festival, and on American Masters (PBS), and his influence even extends to the music and style of many contemporary artists, including hip hop mogul Jay Z. Jean-Michel Basquiat is a true American legend.
Gallery 2
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.
Gallery 4
Mixed Media on Cardboard
50.8 x 61cm
Verso:
NERO BONE
New York 84
JMB-OG
MCLMVXXVII
Description
Jean-Michele Basquiat NYC Street Art Painting Framed. Painting Size: 20 x 24 inches. Frame Size: 25 x 29 1/2 x 3 inches. Mixed Medium on Cardboard. Wood Frame
Provenance: Private Collector - Pennsylvania Estate.
Estate Collection Auctioneers, FL
Comments & Interpretations:
让-米歇尔·巴斯奎特（Jean-Michel Basquiat）是新表现主义运动中的杰出人物，以其生动而原始的风格而闻名，该风格结合了文本和图像。他的作品经常反映他作为美国黑人艺术家的经历，探索种族、身份和社会评论等主题。
《NERO Bone》是巴斯奎特方法的典型，作品利用象征和对历史人物的引用来引发对当代问题的思考。“NERO”这个名字不仅与臭名昭著的皇帝相关联，还与暴君和奢华的主题产生共鸣，这些主题在现代政治和社会等级中都具有相关性。
“Bone”的融入可以视为对死亡的严峻提醒，强调生命的短暂性。这一标题中的双重性突显了巴斯奎特将个人叙事与更广泛的文化批评交织在一起的能力。他的作品经常关注边缘化社区的斗争，对维持不平等的社会结构提出质疑。
巴斯奎特的艺术遗产继续影响许多当代艺术家，他的作品因情感的强度和深度而受到赞誉。《NERO Bone》像他许多作品一样，邀请观众批判性地参与历史、身份和人类状况的复杂性，使他的艺术不仅在视觉上引人注目，而且在智力上也具有刺激性。
Jean-Michel Basquiat's painting "NERO Bone" reflects the artist's exploration of themes such as identity, race, and power dynamics. The title itself, "NERO," can be interpreted as a reference to the Roman Emperor Nero, known for his tyrannical rule and association with decadence and excess. This could suggest a commentary on the nature of power and its impact on society.
The use of "Bone" in the title may symbolize mortality, the fragility of life, or the foundational aspects of human existence. Together, the title encapsulates Basquiat's characteristic fusion of personal and political narratives, inviting viewers to consider the complexities of history, culture, and the human experience. His work often challenges societal norms and addresses issues of marginalization, making "NERO Bone" a thought-provoking piece within his broader oeuvre.
The letters “MCLMVXXVII” in Basquiat's painting "NERO Bone" can be interpreted as a representation of Roman numerals. Breaking it down, “MCL” translates to 1150, “MV” to 1005, and “XXVII” to 27, which adds up to a significant number in a historical or personal context.
Basquiat often used numbers and letters as a means of encoding messages or references, and this could symbolize a specific date or event that holds meaning. The use of Roman numerals may also evoke ideas of history, legacy, and the passage of time.
In the context of the painting, these letters might serve to connect themes of antiquity, power, and identity, reinforcing Basquiat's exploration of how history influences contemporary culture. The choice of numerals can provoke reflection on how past events shape present realities, aligning with his frequent critiques of societal structures and historical narratives.
ECA051521L0085A_20x24
50.8 x 61cm
Verso:
NERO BONE
New York 84
JMB-OG
MCLMVXXVII
Description
Jean-Michele Basquiat NYC Street Art Painting Framed. Painting Size: 20 x 24 inches. Frame Size: 25 x 29 1/2 x 3 inches. Mixed Medium on Cardboard. Wood Frame
Provenance: Private Collector - Pennsylvania Estate.
Estate Collection Auctioneers, FL
Comments & Interpretations:
让-米歇尔·巴斯奎特（Jean-Michel Basquiat）是新表现主义运动中的杰出人物，以其生动而原始的风格而闻名，该风格结合了文本和图像。他的作品经常反映他作为美国黑人艺术家的经历，探索种族、身份和社会评论等主题。
《NERO Bone》是巴斯奎特方法的典型，作品利用象征和对历史人物的引用来引发对当代问题的思考。“NERO”这个名字不仅与臭名昭著的皇帝相关联，还与暴君和奢华的主题产生共鸣，这些主题在现代政治和社会等级中都具有相关性。
“Bone”的融入可以视为对死亡的严峻提醒，强调生命的短暂性。这一标题中的双重性突显了巴斯奎特将个人叙事与更广泛的文化批评交织在一起的能力。他的作品经常关注边缘化社区的斗争，对维持不平等的社会结构提出质疑。
巴斯奎特的艺术遗产继续影响许多当代艺术家，他的作品因情感的强度和深度而受到赞誉。《NERO Bone》像他许多作品一样，邀请观众批判性地参与历史、身份和人类状况的复杂性，使他的艺术不仅在视觉上引人注目，而且在智力上也具有刺激性。
Jean-Michel Basquiat's painting "NERO Bone" reflects the artist's exploration of themes such as identity, race, and power dynamics. The title itself, "NERO," can be interpreted as a reference to the Roman Emperor Nero, known for his tyrannical rule and association with decadence and excess. This could suggest a commentary on the nature of power and its impact on society.
The use of "Bone" in the title may symbolize mortality, the fragility of life, or the foundational aspects of human existence. Together, the title encapsulates Basquiat's characteristic fusion of personal and political narratives, inviting viewers to consider the complexities of history, culture, and the human experience. His work often challenges societal norms and addresses issues of marginalization, making "NERO Bone" a thought-provoking piece within his broader oeuvre.
The letters “MCLMVXXVII” in Basquiat's painting "NERO Bone" can be interpreted as a representation of Roman numerals. Breaking it down, “MCL” translates to 1150, “MV” to 1005, and “XXVII” to 27, which adds up to a significant number in a historical or personal context.
Basquiat often used numbers and letters as a means of encoding messages or references, and this could symbolize a specific date or event that holds meaning. The use of Roman numerals may also evoke ideas of history, legacy, and the passage of time.
In the context of the painting, these letters might serve to connect themes of antiquity, power, and identity, reinforcing Basquiat's exploration of how history influences contemporary culture. The choice of numerals can provoke reflection on how past events shape present realities, aligning with his frequent critiques of societal structures and historical narratives.
ECA051521L0085A_20x24
Gallery 5
Verso:
Seal "MCIFA,
NEW YORK
NOV 8, 1991
JMB"
Reference:
MCIFA - "Martha Cooper Institute for the Arts". M. Cooper was a renowned photographer known for her work documenting street art and graffiti.
Verso:
OGP 19
463
Seal "MCIFA,
NEW YORK
NOV 8, 1991
JMB"
Reference:
MCIFA - "Martha Cooper Institute for the Arts". M. Cooper was a renowned photographer known for her work documenting street art and graffiti.
Verso:
OGP 19
463
Gallery 5
Oil on Board
Hand written:
Pure at Heart
Jean Michel Basquiat
Verso:
42nd and Broadway
Manhatten
NEW YORK
Seal:
NEW YORK City
Reference:
Jean-Michel Basquiat (American, 1960-1988) was an influential New York artist of Haitian and Puerto Rican descent. Basquiat first achieved fame as part of SAMO, an informal graffiti duo who wrote enigmatic epigrams in the cultural hotbed of Manhattan's Lower East Side. It was here, during the late 1970s, that rap, punk, and street art coalesced into early hip-hop culture. By the 1980s, Basquiat's neo-expressionist paintings were being exhibited in galleries and museums internationally.
Basquiat used social commentary as a tool for introspection, and for identifying with his own experiences in the black community. Basquiat also used his platform to bring attention to power structures and systems of racism. Basquiat's visual poetics were acutely political and direct in their criticism of colonialism.
At the age of 27, Jean-Michel Basquiat died of a heroin overdose at his art studio. Almost two decades later, at a Sotheby's auction, a 1982 painting by Basquiat ("Untitled") sold for $110.5 million, setting a new record high for any American artist at auction. Basquiat's life and work has inspired films at theToronto International Film Festival, the Sundance Film Festival, and on American Masters (PBS), and his influence even extends to the music and style of many contemporary artists, including hip hop mogul Jay Z. Jean-Michel Basquiat is a true American legend.
Hand written:
Pure at Heart
Jean Michel Basquiat
Verso:
42nd and Broadway
Manhatten
NEW YORK
Seal:
NEW YORK City
Reference:
Jean-Michel Basquiat (American, 1960-1988) was an influential New York artist of Haitian and Puerto Rican descent. Basquiat first achieved fame as part of SAMO, an informal graffiti duo who wrote enigmatic epigrams in the cultural hotbed of Manhattan's Lower East Side. It was here, during the late 1970s, that rap, punk, and street art coalesced into early hip-hop culture. By the 1980s, Basquiat's neo-expressionist paintings were being exhibited in galleries and museums internationally.
Basquiat used social commentary as a tool for introspection, and for identifying with his own experiences in the black community. Basquiat also used his platform to bring attention to power structures and systems of racism. Basquiat's visual poetics were acutely political and direct in their criticism of colonialism.
At the age of 27, Jean-Michel Basquiat died of a heroin overdose at his art studio. Almost two decades later, at a Sotheby's auction, a 1982 painting by Basquiat ("Untitled") sold for $110.5 million, setting a new record high for any American artist at auction. Basquiat's life and work has inspired films at theToronto International Film Festival, the Sundance Film Festival, and on American Masters (PBS), and his influence even extends to the music and style of many contemporary artists, including hip hop mogul Jay Z. Jean-Michel Basquiat is a true American legend.
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