Jean-Michel Basquiat

Jean-Michel Basquiat was an American artist who rapidly rose to prominence in the 1980s New York art scene, known for his graffiti-inspired paintings and powerful social commentary. Basquiat's work explored themes of race, class, and power, and often featured text and imagery from popular culture and history. He collaborated with other artists and musicians, including Andy Warhol, and his work has been exhibited in major museums around the world. Basquiat died tragically at the age of 27, but his legacy as a pioneer of the neo-expressionist movement and a voice for social justice continues to inspire new generations of artists.

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