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This striking composition centers on a stylized skull-like figure rendered in pale tones with bold red and yellow accents, evoking Basquiat’s signature neo-expressionist imagery. The figure’s eyes are depicted as concentric circles with radiating lashes, while the mouth features a zigzag pattern in red and yellow, suggesting tension or vocal expression. Text elements include the prominent words “KING” on the left and “SAMO©” on the right, directly referencing Basquiat’s early graffiti tag and his exploration of identity and authorship. A large red crown outlined in yellow hovers above the head, a recurring motif in Basquiat’s work symbolizing royalty, power, and self-assertion. Additional framing elements in pale blue and a small crown near the bottom right further anchor the figure within the composition. The piece features a restrained color palette dominated by black, white, red, and yellow, with the skull and crown contrasting sharply against the dark background. Characteristic neo-expressionist features include primitive figurative forms, symbolic iconography, and layered textual references that engage themes of kingship, legacy, and urban identity. This is contemporary decorative artwork inspired by 1980s neo-expressionism and Basquiat’s pioneering fusion of street art and high art. Perfect for collectors of urban culture, Basquiat aficionados, or those drawn to bold, symbol-rich compositions. Contemporary art inspired by 1980s neo-expressionist aesthetics. Excellent condition throughout. Ready to frame or hang.
This striking composition centers on a stylized skull-like figure rendered in pale tones with bold red and yellow accents, evoking Basquiat’s signature neo-expressionist imagery. The figure’s eyes are depicted as concentric circles with radiating lashes, while the mouth features a zigzag pattern in red and yellow, suggesting tension or vocal expression. Text elements include the prominent words “KING” on the left and “SAMO©” on the right, directly referencing Basquiat’s early graffiti tag and his exploration of identity and authorship. A large red crown outlined in yellow hovers above the head, a recurring motif in Basquiat’s work symbolizing royalty, power, and self-assertion. Additional framing elements in pale blue and a small crown near the bottom right further anchor the figure within the composition. The piece features a restrained color palette dominated by black, white, red, and yellow, with the skull and crown contrasting sharply against the dark background. Characteristic neo-expressionist features include primitive figurative forms, symbolic iconography, and layered textual references that engage themes of kingship, legacy, and urban identity. This is contemporary decorative artwork inspired by 1980s neo-expressionism and Basquiat’s pioneering fusion of street art and high art. Perfect for collectors of urban culture, Basquiat aficionados, or those drawn to bold, symbol-rich compositions. Contemporary art inspired by 1980s neo-expressionist aesthetics. Excellent condition throughout. Ready to frame or hang.