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after Andy Warhol Colored Campbell's Soup - Beige Date of creation: 2019 Medium: Digital print on Canadian maple wood Size: 80 x 20 cm Condition: In mint conditions and never display...

Jean-Michel Basquiat - Horn Players, 1983 Date of creation: 2024 Medium: Digital print on Canadian maple wood Edition: Open Size: 80 x 20 cm (each skate) Condition: In mint conditions and never displayed This triptych is formed by three skate decks made of 7 ply grade A Canadian maple wood. © Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat. Licensed by Artestar, New York "Horn Players" (1983) is one of Jean-Michel Basquiat's most famous works, and a great example of his unique style, which blends graffiti, pop art, and expressionist painting. In this piece, Basquiat depicts two jazz musicians, probably inspired by legends like Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. The figures are stylized with exaggerated features, something typical of his work. The painting is dominated by vibrant colors like yellow, red, and blue, with a background full of marks and strokes that give the sense of movement, as if you were hearing the music the characters are playing. Basquiat also incorporates text, such as the words “SAX” and “BIRD” (referring to Charlie "Bird" Parker), which not only provide more information about the characters but also add an extra layer of meaning, creating a connection between the music, the words, and the image. The piece can be interpreted as a tribute to African American culture and its impact on music, especially jazz, which was born in that community. But it also reflects deeper themes of identity, as the musicians are not just represented physically but also symbolically, through the music and the words surrounding them. Basquiat, who often explored themes of race, power, violence, and inequality, uses this work to highlight how jazz serves as a form of expression and resistance for Black culture. In 1983, when Basquiat created "Horn Players", he was already at the peak of his career. He had gained significant recognition in New York, and his work was widely acknowledged in the contemporary art world. This painting is part of a series where he pays homage to musicians and the history of jazz, a recurring theme in his work. Additionally, there’s an interesting connection between Basquiat’s art and the world of skateboarding. Skateboarding, much like Basquiat’s art, is defined by its rebellious spirit, its focus on urban culture, and its drive for self-expression. Basquiat's graffiti-style brushstrokes, with their raw energy, evoke the same defiant attitude seen in skateboarding culture, where skaters, much like artists, break free from established norms and create something unique. The influence of graffiti, which is central to skateboarding’s aesthetic, is also present in Basquiat’s works, forming a natural link between these two worlds of rebellion and creativity. "Horn Players" is a representative piece of Basquiat because it captures his vibrant style, his love for cultural references, and his ability to blend visual art with music. Moreover, it’s a work that celebrates Black culture, rebellion, and creative energy—values that also strongly resonate in the world of skateboarding. All of this showcases Basquiat’s mastery in merging different forms of artistic expression, connecting music, urban art, and the culture of resistance in a powerful work. ABOUT THE ARTIST Jean-Michel Basquiat (1960-1988) was one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, famous for his ability to fuse urban culture, social criticism and art history into a unique style. Born in Brooklyn, New York, to a Haitian father and Puerto Rican mother, his life and work were shaped by his multicultural heritage, the New York art scene and the social tensions of his time. Although his career was brief, his impact on contemporary art has been lasting and significant. Basquiat showed an interest in art from an early age. His mother, Matilde Andrades, took him to museums and encouraged him to draw. At the age of seven, a car accident left him hospitalized for a time, and it was then that his mother gave him a copy of the anatomy book Gray's Anatomy, which influenced his fascination with the human body and its visual representation. Despite his early talent, Basquiat's family life was turbulent. His mother was hospitalized for psychiatric problems and his relationship with his father, Gerard Basquiat, was troubled. This instability contributed to Basquiat dropping out of school at age 17 to pursue his artistic career on the streets of New York. As a teenager, Basquiat joined the New York graffiti scene under the pseudonym SAMO (an acronym for "Same Old Shit"), which he used to sign his cryptic and poetic messages on the streets of Manhattan with his friend Al Diaz. SAMO's graffiti were a mixture of philosophical and social commentary on popular culture, capitalism and religion, and soon attracted the attention of the underground art scene. In 1980, SAMO "died" when Basquiat and Diaz decided to end their collaboration, marking the beginning of Basquiat's transition from street graffiti to art galleries. Basquiat emerged as a talent to watch in 1980, when he participated in the group exhibition The Times Square Show, which included other emerging artists from New York's Lower East Side scene. That same year, he attracted the attention of critics and collectors who saw in his work an electrifying blend of street art and neo-expressionism, the predominant movement of the time. In 1981, art critic René Ricard published the influential essay The Radiant Child in Artforum magazine, which positioned Basquiat as one of the most promising artists of his generation. Shortly thereafter, he met renowned artist Andy Warhol, with whom he formed a close friendship and significant artistic collaboration. This association was instrumental in catapulting his career into the world of high art. The collaboration with Warhol was a pivotal point in Basquiat's career. The two artists, although coming from very different worlds, shared a fascination with fame and popular culture. Together, they produced a series of works that combined Warhol's pop art icons with Basquiat's raw, spontaneous style. However, this collaboration was also a source of controversy. Many critics accused Warhol of "exploiting" Basquiat, while others saw the collaboration as a creative dialogue between two genius minds. Although the criticism was mixed, there is no doubt that the relationship between the two artists helped cement Basquiat's reputation in the art world. Basquiat's style is a unique amalgam of influences. His work is characterized by the use of dismembered human figures, skeletons and internal organs, evoking the fragility of the body and mortality. Basquiat also used symbols that alluded to African-American and African history, such as crowns, masks and references to historical figures such as Toussaint Louverture. The use of text is another crucial aspect of his work. Words, phrases and numbers appeared in his paintings, often crossed out or overlapped, creating a sense of controlled chaos. These fragmented words provoked a non-linear reading of his works and conveyed multiple layers of meaning. His art also reflected his concerns about racial issues, especially the place of people of African descent in Western art history and in society at large. The crowns that Basquiat often drew on his figures were a symbol of power and resistance, a way of proclaiming himself "king" in a world that had historically excluded black artists from the upper echelons of art. In works such as The Death of Michael Stewart...

1880s Antique Frame Antique Painting Gold Frame Frame Size: Width: 33″ X Height: 49″ Thickness: 6″ Picture Size: Width: 21.60″ X Height: 37.60″ Bi...

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Modern Furniture Table - Colorful, Simple, Playful - Clean, Compact Design This table is a true furniture statement piece: modern and clean, yet full of playful and colorful charac...

The School of Stoics brings the viewer into an airy evening discussion at an agora overlooking the Aegean Sea. Amidst the silent water and grained marble, a group of stoics debate logic, reason, and nature. Agreement and disagreement prevail in the noble gestures of their bodies. Soon you see an individual's gaze directed towards you, raising their hand, calling you to join the conversation. Technical: 53” x 39”. Tempera on panel with 24k gold water-gilded frame. Painting and frame produced by artists Justas and Vilius Varpucanskis. This piece utilizes the "rules of craftsmanship" as outlined in Cenino Cennini's Il Libro dell'Arte. 21st century contemporary artwork that employs techniques, philosophy, and visual language of the Italian High Renaissance...

Jean-Michel Basquiat Skateboard Deck: Limited edition skate deck licensed by the Estate of Jean Michel Basquiat in conjunction with Artestar in 2018, featuring the much iconic early ...

after Andy Warhol - SUNSET (ORANGE) Date of creation: 2019 Medium: Digital print on Canadian maple wood Edition: 500 Size: 80 x 20 cm (each skate) Condition: In mint conditions and n...

Alien Workshop Iconic Collection W/ Andy Warhol Comes with Original Alien Skateboard sticker and wall mount. From the Iconic Collection, depicting the...

Jean-Michel Basquiat "Horn Players" skateboard deck set: Basquiat Skateboard Deck Triptych licensed by the Estate of Jean Michel Basquiat in conjunction with Artestar c. 2017, featu...

Rare Out of Print Keith Haring Skateboard Deck featuring the artist's iconic Boom Box men. This highly decorative Keith Haring skate deck originated circa 2012 as a result of the co...

encaustic on panel b. 1954, Reno Nevada Michael David is best known for his use of encaustic on large abstract paintings. A practitioner of Abstract Expressionism, David layers bees...

Late 19th-Century American Gilt Frame with Ornamental Acanthus Details This impressive 1880s American giltwood frame exemplifies the richly decorative style embraced by the Barbizon ...

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HUGO G. URRUTIA B. 1974, Mexico Hugo G. Urrutia is a multidisciplinary artist-designer, interested in the cross-pollination between art and architecture. His artwork challenges the...

Francis Thorrington, Andy Warhol Banana Mosaic Ceramic on board Original artwork 50.8 x 50.8 cm (20 x 20 in) Signed by the artist Bio: Francis began working with mosaics in 20...

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Tom Pfannerstill was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1951. He earned is bachelor’s degree in 1975 from Western Kentucky University. Pfannerstill has been a full-time studio artist s...

Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his...

19th Century Indonesian mask made from wood.

Larry Rivers Skateboard Deck (Larry Rivers Summer Nude, Miss New Jersey III): A brilliantly rendered limited edition Larry Rivers skate deck licensed by the artist's estate in conjunction with the world famous skate brand Sneeze. Printed on Canadian maple wood, the work features details from Rivers', 'Summer Nude, Miss New Jersey III'. Makes for unique wall-art that hangs with ease. Offset print on maplewood skateboard deck. 32 x 8.5 inches. Never displayed; excellent overall condition. An estate licensed, sold out limited edition work featuring the artist's printed signature on the reverse. Published by Sneeze. _ Larry Rivers was an American artist whose work fused the lively mark-making of Abstract Expressionism with the commercial images of advertising. Often viewed as a precursor to Pop Art and artists like Andy Warhol, Rivers’ paintings and his ironic attitude towards his own and others’ artwork marked a significant break from his peers, and the more serious intentions of the Abstract Expressionist painters that came before him. Born on August 17, 1923 in the Bronx, NY to Jewish Ukrainian...

Carmie (Born 1959) Dyed Hackberry Bowl Height 4'' Diameter 8.75'' Bio Carmie (1959-) Wood Turner Carmie K. Acosta was born and raised in San Antonio. By day he works as a synthetic organic chemist specializing in steroid synthesis. His foray into wood turning began in the year 2000 when his father passed away. Growing up, he was surrounded by wood working and the associated wood working tools...

Rakesh Sadhak - Metamorphosis Wood & Metal, H 32 x W 21 x D 16 inches Born : 1970 Qualification: B.V.A. in Sculpture from Govt. College of Art & Craft 2012 M.F.A. in Sculpture from ...

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Roy Lichtenstein - Explosion, 1967 Date of creation: 2024 Medium: Digital print on Canadian maple wood Edition: Open Size: 80 x 20 cm (each skate) Condition: In mint conditions and ...

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The modern Sculpture " Skytree” is a unique metal piece made from a burnout mold by David Marshall in 2021, sand cast in aluminium, mounted with wood, in our foundry, handcrafted by...

Sculpture Close to Heart 2 Limited edition of 12 Mediums: old pine, steel, acrylic hand painted, oil CLOSE TO HEART - Collection Working on the series I used a “wood with history”...

"Spring Meadow" is an original oil painting by Robert Richter. The artist signed, stamped his initials, and titled the piece on the back of the painting. This painting depicts an exp...

Train Engine Folk Outsider Art Deco Assemblage Found Objects Contemporary Statue Actual Dimensions: 8.75 X 19.75 X 5.75 inches Michael Riley (Mike Riley) (American, born 1957). A model train engine statue in mixed media. Metal, wood, and other elements. An Art Deco Moderne style design produced from found objects, including garden hose fitting, sliding door track, trombone instrument counter weights, flute instrument...

after Andy Warhol Colored Campbell's Soup - Peach Date of creation: 2019 Medium: Digital print on Canadian maple wood Size: 80 x 20 cm Condition: In mint conditions and never display...

A stunning example of Victorian-era craftsmanship, this Clover Leaf Sectional Display Case (c. 1875) is an exquisite blend of elegance and functionality. Its construction showcases t...

Jacobo and Maria Angeles. Cat #5. Oaxaca, Mexico.

'Abstraction 1' Enamel on copper plate by Irwin Whitaker, Walnut frame , 1960s Oklahoma-born artist who was prolific in California, Taos and Austin. We have a number of his works ava...

This charming 1860s American frame captures the rustic elegance of the Barbizon School aesthetic. With its rich gilded tone and naturally aged patina, ...

Pascal Mourgue (France, 1943-2014) Model Contraste Rocking chair, late 20th century. A blackened wooden frame with a sculptural elliptical backrest and rocker base, paired with an ...

This occasional table is a remarkable example of the luxurious furniture popular during the 17th and 18th centuries in Colonial Latin America. The decorative technique that creates s...

JOHN BALDESSARI - Two Figures and Two Figures (Masked) with Blue Shape Date of creation: 2025 Medium: Digital print on Canadian maple wood Edition: 30 Size: 80 x 20 cm (each skate) ...

Roy Lichtenstein - Girl in Mirror, c. 1964 Date of creation: 2024 Medium: Digital print on Canadian maple wood Edition: Open Size: 80 x 20 cm Condition: In mint conditions and never...

PERIOD FRAMES c. 1915 American painting frame pair, (earlier Stanford White design), Newcomb-Macklin, New York makers, gold leaf, gray bole, gesso, on c...

Polychrome wax relief on chalkboard, 20 x 15 cm; with ebony and tortoiseshell frame, 28 x 23 cm The scene depicts Mary Magdalene in the center, seated on a rock with a handkerchief i...

"Disciples I" Mixed Media Wall Sculpture 13" x 59" inch by Alfons Louis Wooden works with Mixed Media (Bronze) ABOUT THE ARTIST Born in Cairo 1959- Graduated from faculty of fine a...

Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his...

Based in Chicago, IL, contemporary artist Michael Thompson creates unique kites, collages and mixed media works assembled from material fragments of past and present collected in his travels. His ongoing series of large-scale kites bridge the gap between flat art and sculpture, each crafted of split bamboo frames covered with stretched muslin and a collage of vintage ephemera – including kimonos, obis, paintings, scrolls, drawings, metal leaf, bleeding paper, book pages, or anything with a story to tell. In “New Morning,” panels of teal and indigo leach across the expansive canvas with captivating irregularity. Contrasted by a neutral field of vintage block prints...

Indonesian mask Barong, or a masked figure, is an important part of traditional Indonesian dances. Native tribes still perform traditional masked dances to represent nature or ances...

1860s American Hudson River Gilt Wood Antique Frame Frame Size: Width: 33.75″ X Height: 42.25″ Thickness: 6″ Picture Size: Width: 22.50″ X Height...

Francis Thorrington, The Girl with the Pearl Earring Ceramic on board Original artwork 50.8 x 50.8 cm (20 x 20 in) Signed by the artist Bio Francis began working with mosaics i...

An beautiful mid 20th century French painted wood Montparnasse frame to fit a 15 x 12 inch painting. Lovely lattice work design which is rather unusual. Artist: French School, early...

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Archaic stool in solid wood burnt with shou sugi ban technique with bronze details

Exotic carved teak sculpture. The sentinel with his sword drawn. 19th century architectural artifact.

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Jean-Michel Basquiat Untitled (New York), 1981 Made of 7 ply Grade A Canadian Maple Wood 31 1/2 × 7 9/10 in 80 × 20 cm

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"Horizon" by Cécilia Lusven is handwoven from linen and off-cut leathers. Lusven's signature style involves hand-cutting the leather scraps into same size fringe pieces that are then...

Resin, crystal, cotton and wood sculpture Edition of 250 Not signed, numbered via ZHEN authentication New, as issued. Minor imperfections may appear due to the nature of the material...

Coppia di specchi rococò il legno dorato decorati a volute, racemi floreali, e mascheroni. Hanno mantenuto il loro vetro originale.

Viga 4 is a sculpture by contemporary artist Tom Price. This sculpture is made of resin, tar, steel, wood, dimensions are 242 × 45 × 45 cm (95.3 × 17.7 × 17.7 in). The indicated dime...