Self-Portrait

Self-Portrait by Jean-Michel Basquiat
Artist
Jean-Michel Basquiat
Date
1982
Style
Neo-expressionism
Genre
Self-portrait
Jean-Michel Basquiat's Self-portrait exemplifies his vibrant approach within the Neo-expressionism movement of the 1980s. The painting features bold, raw brushstrokes and layered imagery achieved throughcrayon and Acrylic paints, highlighting his spontaneous style. Basquiat's intense gaze and expressive lines convey powerful emotion and self-exploration. This work exemplifies his innovative technique, combining traditional portraiture with street art influences, capturing the raw energy and complexity that define his art and contributions to contemporary painting.

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