Art History
Basquiat painting Warhol and the contrary...
May 14, 2023
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It is often thought that it was only the paintbrush, chisel, etc. that forged the narrative of art history, forgetting that the latter is primarily made up of people and, consequently, of fruitful encounters, without which the innovations of a single genius would surely not have found the deserved understanding and success...
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Artists Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol reunited in Paris
Apr 3, 2023
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Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat reunited in the 1980s, creating 160 works during their brief but productive time together. Seventy of these works will be on display at the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris.
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Orlando Museum of Art placed on probation after Basquiat fakes scandal
Jan 25, 2023
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If the museum loses its American Alliance of Museums accreditation, which it has had since 1971, it could make it harder to do things like borrow art from other places.
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Controversial Artist Behind Fake Basquiat Paintings and Anna Delvey Show Passes Away
Sep 4, 2023
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Controversial artist Alfredo Martinez, known for faking Basquiat paintings and curating an Anna Delvey show, has died at 56, leaving a legacy of intrigue. His passing marks the end of a captivating yet tumultuous artistic journey.
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Rare Basquiat Self-Portrait Emerges After Decades in Hiding for Sotheby's Auction
Oct 27, 2023
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An elusive Basquiat self-portrait, unseen for over two decades, is set to take center stage at Sotheby's fall auction, with an estimated value of $40-60 million. The monumental artwork, "Self Portrait as a Heel (Part Two)," created in 1982, provides a rare glimpse into Basquiat's self-identity and artistic vision, and its return to the public eye is generating significant anticipation in the art world.
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A Florida dealer has been charged with selling allegedly fake art by Basquiat and Warhol
Jun 1, 2022
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Daniel Elie Bouaziz allegedly sold reproductions of artworks stamped with forged authenticity seals. He also sold forgeries of works by Banksy, Henri Matisse, Frederick Hundertwasser, Keith Haring, and others.
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A work by Basquiat on sale at TEFFAF was in fact directed by André Heller
Nov 3, 2022
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Artist André Heller made a work at TEFAF that was said to be by Basquiat. He called it a "childish prank."
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The 'Warrior' Painting by Basquiat could fetch $19 million at the Hong Kong Sotheby's auction
Sep 28, 2021
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Sotheby's Asia will be offering a painting from the "Warrior" series by Jean-Michel Basquiat. On October 9, the 1982 work Untitled (Red Warrior) will be sold at auction.
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Angelina Jolie will move into the New York apartment and studio of Jean-Michel Basquiat
Jul 10, 2023
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Angelina Jolie, an actress and humanitarian, will take over the house in Manhattan where Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat lived and worked.
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Basquiat's symbolism in contemporary art
Sep 25, 2022
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The relevance of Jean-Michel Basquiat's creative flair continues to be felt within contemporary art, expressing itself through the work of artists, who, driven by the same impulse of denunciation, strongly desire to give voice to the unresolved dramas of racism and marginalization...
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Jean-Michel Basquiat's sisters organized an exhibition in New York
Apr 12, 2022
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Jean-Michel Basquiat's sisters have organized an exhibition of his work. They wanted to reclaim their brother as one of their own. The pop-up mini-museum and biographical reliquary is called King Pleasure. It'll be open through the summer.