Untitled
- Artist
- Jean-Michel Basquiat
- Date
- 1981
- Style
- Neo-expressionism
- Genre
- Figurative
Jean-Michel Basquiat's Untitled (1982) is a powerful Figurative work that vividly portrays a skull, exemplifying his distinctive style within the Neo-expressionism movement. The artwork reflects Basquiat’s raw, expressive approach, blending graffiti-inspired imagery with intense emotion. As one of the most expensive paintings sold at auction, fetching $110.5 million in 2017, Untitled underscores the significance of his contribution to contemporary art. Through its bold imagery and commanding presence, it encapsulates Basquiat’s exploration of identity, mortality, and cultural critique.
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