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Basquiat: The World of Jean-Michel
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Explore the life and art of Jean-Michel Basquiat through this beautifully crafted hardcover. Featuring rare archival photographs, works in progress, and personal notes from fellow artists like Keith Haring and Robert Rauschenberg, the book traces his most iconic series—from expressive Heads to collaborations with Andy Warhol and the Blue Ribbon collection. Organized thematically, it captures Basquiat's exploration of identity, mythology, and the raw energy of 1980s New York City. Works are reproduced with exceptional color fidelity in collaboration with leading galleries and collectors. The book arrives in a minimalist clamshell case with Red Skull (1982) featured on the cover. Essential for art collectors, cultural historians, and anyone drawn to contemporary visual culture.
- 348 pages
- 250 illustrations
- Released May 2026
- W 16" x L 19" x D 3.5"
- Handcrafted Volume in a Luxury Canvas Clamshell Case
- 20.94 lbs
- Author: Colour Themes, Bruno Bischofberger, and various contributors
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