A New Exhibit on the Life and Work of Jean-Michel Basquiat Organized By His Family

All Of It with Alison Stewart | Apr 12, 2022

Jean-Michel Basquiat: King Pleasure, is a new exhibit featuring over 200 of his pieces, some of which have never been shown to the public. Curated by Jean-Michel's sisters, Lisane and Jeanine Basquiat, the show offers a multidimensional portrait of Jean-Michel's life and work. Lisane and Jeanine Basquiat join us to discuss their brother's art, and the show, which is on view now.

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