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Introducing a stylish and comfortable hoodie, designed with a loose oversized fit and adorned with the captivating artwork of Jean-Michel Basquiat, "Hollywood Africans," printed all over.

During a trip to Los Angeles for his solo exhibition, Basquiat created this remarkable piece. "Hollywood Africans" features a self-portrait of the artist himself, alongside portraits of his close friends, fellow artists Rammellzee and Toxic, who accompanied him on the journey.

In this artwork, Basquiat cleverly references the trio as African "Americans in Hollywood," shedding light on the limited roles and stereotypes faced by Black actors within the film industry. The piece serves as a powerful commentary on the representation of Black characters and the challenges they encounter.

By wearing this graphic printed hoodie, you not only embrace Basquiat's artistic vision but also make a statement about the need for diverse and authentic representation in the entertainment industry. It's a bold and fashionable way to celebrate Basquiat's creativity and his exploration of important social themes through his art.

Hollywood Africans, 1983

© Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat

Licensed by Artestar, New York

Details

  • 80% Cotton/20% Polyester medium weight fleece
  • Features a drop-shoulder, printed lined hood, and front pouch
  • Unisex, Adult size XS to XL, Generous fit
  • Ribbing at cuffs
  • Made in Turkey
  • Machine wash cold, wash inside out; Lay flat to dry; 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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