Jean-Michel Basquiat - "Beat Bop" - Triptych Skateboard Decks (Set of 3)

Name: Jean-Michel Basquiat - "Beat Bop" - Triptych Skateboard Decks (Set of 3)
Brand: Basquiat
SKU: DS-RPO-BSQ20K-BOP-K1
Price: 550 USD
Availability: InStock

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Introducing a remarkable set of skateboard decks that seamlessly blend functionality and artistic expression, offering versatility for both skating enthusiasts and art enthusiasts alike. These decks have been meticulously crafted using high-quality recycled maple wood, ensuring durability and sustainability. Available only as a set, these three interconnected boards beautifully showcase Basquiat's iconic album cover artwork for "Beat Bop".

In 1983, the legendary Jean-Michel Basquiat made history by producing one of the most influential hip-hop records of all time, "Beat Bop." This groundbreaking 10-minute single featured a captivating rap battle between K-Rob and Rammellzee, with the album jacket and vinyl art created by Basquiat himself. The artwork on these skateboard decks pays homage to Basquiat's creative genius and his significant contribution to both the art and music worlds.

When displayed together, these interconnected decks form a cohesive and visually stunning representation of Basquiat's "Beat Bop" album cover. Each deck showcases a distinct section of the artwork, allowing you to appreciate the intricate details and vibrant colors that define Basquiat's unique style. Whether you choose to ride these decks with skill and passion or proudly display them on your wall, they serve as a powerful tribute to Basquiat's artistic legacy and his ability to transcend boundaries.

Immerse yourself in the world of Basquiat's "Beat Bop" as you embark on thrilling skateboarding adventures or adorn your living space with a captivating piece of art that captures the essence of hip-hop culture and artistic expression. This set of skateboard decks is a testament to the fusion of creativity, music, and visual art, inviting you to experience the timeless brilliance of Basquiat's work.

Beat Bop, 1983

Licensed by Artestar, New York

Details

7-ply of 100% North American Maple, bonded with Epoxy Resin
Stronger than the industry standard 7-ply construction
Longer deck life, holds “pop” longer
Individually pressed to ensure every deck is exactly the same
Every deck is held in a climate-controlled curing room to ensure no warpage
Graphics utilize the multi-media aspects in the artwork, with both single level and raised ink areas
Every deck made contributes towards the National Forest Foundation tree planting program
Each board measures 8 x 31.6 in. (20.3 x 80.3 cm)

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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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