NOT EVEN FRIGHTENED - JM BASQUIAT (PART OF A DIPTYCH WITH A. WARHOL)
NOT EVEN FRIGHTENED - JM BASQUIAT (PART OF A DIPTYCH WITH A. WARHOL)
36 in x 72 in | 91 cm x 183 cm
In this diptych, the artist portrays the iconic figures of Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat, drawing inspiration from pictures from Michael Halsband.
The choice of depicting them in boxers evokes a sense of raw authenticity, stripping away the veneer of fame to reveal the human essence beneath.
The brushwork exudes a vibrant energy, mirroring the creative fervor that defined both artists' careers. The graphic elements are a harmonious blend of Warhol's artworks and Basquiat's evocative use of earthy, primal symbols. Symbolic elements are subtly interwoven, paying homage to their respective artistic legacies.
The composition is balanced and engaging, with a dynamic interplay between the figures and the surrounding space. This piece serves as a powerful testament to the enduring influence and collaborative spirit of these two trailblazing artists, forever etched in the annals of art history.
A thought for my grandfather (Marcel Moulinet) ex-professional boxer then trainer in Normandy, France.
Acrylic painting and collage on canvas.
This canvas is one of the two parts of a diptych (36 by 72 inches each).