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Jeanmichel Basquiat. 40Th Ed.
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The Legend Of Jeanmichel Basquiat Is As Strong As Ever. Synonymous With 1980S New York, The Artist First Appeared In The Late 1970S Under The Tag Samo, Spraying Caustic Comments And Fragmented Poems On The Walls Of The City. He Appeared As Part Of A Thriving Underground Scene Of Visual Arts And Graffiti, Hip Hop, Postpunk, And Diy Filmmaking, Which Met In A Booming Art World. As A Painter With A Strong Personal Voice, Basquiat Soon Broke Into The Established Milieu, Exhibiting In Galleries Around The World.Basquiats Expressive Style Was Based On Raw Figures And Integrated Words And Phrases. His Work Is Inspired By A Pantheon Of Luminaries From Jazz, Boxing, And Basketball, With References To Arcane History And The Politics Of Street Lifeso When Asked About His Subject Matter, Basquiat Answered Royalty, Heroism And The Streets. In 1983 He Started Collaborating With The Most Famous Of Art Stars, Andy Warhol, And In 1985 Was On The Cover Of The New York Times Magazine. When Basquiat Died At The Age Of 27, He Had Become One Of The Most Successful Artists Of His Time.First Published In An Xxl Edition, This Unprecedented Insight Into Basquiats Art Is Now Available In A Compact, Accessible Volume In Celebration Of Taschens 40Th Anniversary. With Pristine Reproductions Of His Most Seminal Paintings, Drawings, And Notebook Sketches, It Offers Vivid Proximity To Basquiats Intricate Marks And Scribbled Words, Further Illuminated By An Introduction To The Artist From Editor Hans Werner Holzwarth, As Well As An Essay On His Themes And Artistic Development From Curator And Art Historian Eleanor Nairne. Richly Illustrated Yearbyyear Chapter Breaks Follow The Artists Life And Quote From His Own Statements And Contemporary Reviews To Provide Both Personal Background And Historical Context.About The Seriestaschen Is 40! Since We Started Our Work As Cultural Archaeologists In 1980, Taschen Has Become Synonymous With Accessible Publishing, Helping Bookworms Around The World Curate Their Own Library Of Art, Anthropology, And Aphrodisia At An Unbeatable Price. Today We Celebrate 40 Years Of Incredible Books By Staying True To Our Company Credo. The 40 Series Presents New Editions Of Some Of The Stars Of Our Programnow More Compact, Friendly In Price, And Still Realized With The Same Commitment To Impeccable Production.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Jean-Michel Basquiat's artwork? A: Jean-Michel Basquiat's artwork often explores themes of royalty, heroism, and street life, incorporating influences from jazz, boxing, and historical politics.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 512 pages filled with detailed information about Basquiat's life and works.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, providing a durable and classic bookbinding.
- Q: Who is the author of this edition? A: The author of this edition is Eleanor Nairne, who has contributed to the insights and context provided in the book.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on August 3, 2020.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art students or enthusiasts? A: Yes, this book is suitable for art students and enthusiasts as it provides a comprehensive overview of Basquiat's artistic development and themes.
- Q: What additional content is included in the book? A: In addition to evocative reproductions of Basquiat's works, the book includes an introduction by Hans Werner Holzwarth and an essay by Eleanor Nairne about the artist's themes.
- Q: What is the significance of this edition? A: This edition celebrates TASCHEN's 40th anniversary and makes Basquiat’s art accessible in a compact format, highlighting his impact on the art world.
- Q: Are there illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book is richly illustrated with reproductions of Basquiat's most significant paintings, drawings, and sketches.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for art lovers? A: Absolutely, this book makes a thoughtful gift for art lovers, collectors, and anyone interested in contemporary art history.