- Name: Jean-Michel Basquiat
- Birth year: 1960
- Death year: 1988
- City of birth: Brooklyn, New York City
- Notable characteristics: Neo-expressionism, social commentary, graffiti-style artwork
- Notable artwork: “Untitled” (1981); “Dustheads” (1982); “Hollywood Africans” (1983)
Influenced by both African-American culture and contemporary issues such as racism, poverty, and addiction, Basquiat’s work often featured bold colors with strong lines that conveyed raw emotion.
Basquiat was also instrumental in popularizing Neo-Expressionism, an art movement characterized by its emotional intensity and rawness that emerged during the late 20th century.
One of his most famous paintings, “Untitled” (1981), features a skull-like figure that exemplifies his ability to combine powerful imagery with thought-provoking messages about race and inequality.
- “Untitled” (1981)
- “Dustheads” (1982)
- “Hollywood Africans” (1983)
