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This vivid composition centers on a green, abstract head sporting red-outlined sunglasses, set against a bright yellow background punctuated by strong black and red accents. The figure’s open mouth reveals jagged white teeth, conveying raw emotion and intensity. Above the head, text elements include "ST. LOUIS," "DELTA BLUES," and a repeated "MISSISSIPPI" alongside references to the "OLD RIVER," tracing the cultural and geographical lineage of the Mississippi Delta blues tradition. Characteristic neo-expressionist features are evident in the primitive figurative form, bold flat colors (especially yellow, black, and red), and symbolic imagery like the large red eye on the left and the simplified eye symbol below the head. The crown motif, a signature of Basquiat’s work, appears above the head, reinforcing themes of legacy and artistic royalty. The layered text and symbolism evoke African-American musical heritage and identity, while also engaging with themes of place and history. This is contemporary decorative artwork inspired by neo-expressionism’s engagement with Black culture, the blues, and American roots music. Ideal for collectors of urban art and enthusiasts of cultural history and dynamic modern aesthetics. Contemporary art inspired by 1980s neo-expressionist aesthetics. Excellent condition throughout. Ready to frame or hang.
This vivid composition centers on a green, abstract head sporting red-outlined sunglasses, set against a bright yellow background punctuated by strong black and red accents. The figure’s open mouth reveals jagged white teeth, conveying raw emotion and intensity. Above the head, text elements include "ST. LOUIS," "DELTA BLUES," and a repeated "MISSISSIPPI" alongside references to the "OLD RIVER," tracing the cultural and geographical lineage of the Mississippi Delta blues tradition. Characteristic neo-expressionist features are evident in the primitive figurative form, bold flat colors (especially yellow, black, and red), and symbolic imagery like the large red eye on the left and the simplified eye symbol below the head. The crown motif, a signature of Basquiat’s work, appears above the head, reinforcing themes of legacy and artistic royalty. The layered text and symbolism evoke African-American musical heritage and identity, while also engaging with themes of place and history. This is contemporary decorative artwork inspired by neo-expressionism’s engagement with Black culture, the blues, and American roots music. Ideal for collectors of urban art and enthusiasts of cultural history and dynamic modern aesthetics. Contemporary art inspired by 1980s neo-expressionist aesthetics. Excellent condition throughout. Ready to frame or hang.