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Jean-Michel Basquiat - "Skull"- Hoodie - Black

Description

Introducing a medium weight fleece hoodie that combines comfort and style flawlessly. This remarkable piece showcases a yellow-gold embroidered crown on the upper left of the front, adding a touch of regal sophistication. On the back, you'll find the striking image of Basquiat's iconic skull from 1983, printed in all its boldness.

Crafted in classic black, this hoodie also features a kangaroo pocket, providing both functionality and style. What makes this pocket truly special is the sewn-in woven tag, which proudly displays Basquiat's handwritten text, taken directly from one of his renowned notebook pages.

The artwork featured on this hoodie holds significant meaning. Jean-Michel Basquiat frequently incorporated skull and head paintings into his work, representing his identity as a Black artist in America. The gestural painting style is reminiscent of African masks while also paying homage to Basquiat's Haitian heritage and the symbolism of skulls in the Vodou religion.

By wearing this hoodie, you not only embrace the comfort and versatility of a well-crafted garment but also carry a piece of Basquiat's artistic legacy with you. The combination of the embroidered crown, the powerful skull image, and the inclusion of Basquiat's handwritten text on the woven tag creates a unique and captivating aesthetic. It's a fashionable statement that celebrates Basquiat's profound artistic vision and allows you to express your appreciation for his art in a truly stylish manner.

Untitled (Skull), 1983

© Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat

Licensed by Artestar, New York

Details

  • 100% Cotton Fleece
  • Unisex, adult size XS to XL, Relaxed Fit
  • Line hood
  • Kangaroo pockets
  • Made in Portugal
  • Machine wash cold with like colors; Do not bleach; Do not iron design
Basquiat

The Artist

Basquiat

Jean-Michel Basquiat is one of the best known artists of his generation and is widely considered one of the most important artists of the 20th century. His career in art spanned the late 1970s through the 1980s until his death in 1988, at the age of 27. Basquiat works are edgy and raw, and through a bold sense of color and composition, he maintains a fine balance between seemingly contradictory forces such as control and spontaneity, menace and wit, urban imagery and primitivism. The Basquiat brand embodies the values and aspirations of young, international urban culture.
The conjunction of various media is an integral element of Basquiat's art. His paintings are typically covered with text and codes of all kinds: words, letters, numerals, pictograms, logos, map symbols, diagrams and more, and featured multi-panel paintings and individual canvases with exposed stretcher bars, the surface dense with writing, collage and imagery.
Photo Credits: Jean-Michel Basquiat, 1982 - Andy Warhol © The Andy Warhol Foundation

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