
Jean-Michel Basquiat
The Figure Portfolio, 1982/2023
Series of 5 hand-pulled screenprints
48 x 32 in
121.9 x 81.3 cm
121.9 x 81.3 cm
Edition of 85
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Jean-Michel Basquiat’s The Figure portfolio, originally created in 1983 and published by the estate in 2023, captures the raw energy and expressive power that define his iconic visual language. Composed...
Jean-Michel Basquiat’s The Figure portfolio, originally created in 1983 and published by the estate in 2023, captures the raw energy and expressive power that define his iconic visual language. Composed of five screenprints, the series focuses on the human form, fragmented, reimagined, and layered with Basquiat’s signature symbols, text, and anatomical references. With bold lines and a frenetic mix of color and form, The Figure explores themes of identity, race, and mortality. This portfolio stands as a powerful testament to Basquiat’s enduring influence and his ability to fuse street art, expressionism, and cultural critique into a singular, visceral style.