A tribute to legendary icon Jean-Michel Basquiat’s artistic journey Crowning Journey of Jean-Michel Basquiat, is making its debut in Macau, co-organized by City of Dreams and Artelli.
Jean-Michel Basquiat is one of the best-known artists of his generation, widely regarded for his bold use of color and composition, with a style that is both avant-garde and raw. In 2017, Basquiat’s painting Untitled from 1982 sold for a record US$110.5 million, setting a new high for American artists at auction at that time. Today, Basquiat’s work continues to set new records in the art market, captivating art enthusiasts and collectors worldwide with his unique charm.
Crowning Journey of Jean-Michel Basquiat is presented across four areas at City of Dreams, with large-scale art installations, multimedia, and immersive and interactive multi-dimensional experiences inviting audiences to explore the thoughts and ideas of this fascinating artist.
At the Main Portal, a cluster of art installations transports visitors into the vibrant cityscape of 1980s New York to discover the evolution of Basquiat’s world, featuring a massive 7-meter-tall dinosaur, a creative installation inspired by one of Basquiat’s most recognizable artworks from 1984, Pez Dispenser (also known as Dinosaur with Crown).
Moving to the Southwest Entrance outdoor area, Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Brown Spots (Portraits of Andy Warhol as a Banana) (1984) stands as a 10-meter-tall giant outdoor installation. And on the façade of The Showroom at City of Dreams, Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Grillo (1984) is showcased as a massive canvas spanning 10 meters wide, with a 6-meter-tall crown perched proudly atop.
The showcase of Basquiat’s bold and innovative spirit, charting his rise from street artist to celebrated art icon, will be on display until November 24.
Crowning Journey of Jean-Michel Basquiat
September 26 – November 24, 2024
City of Dreams: The Main Portal, Southwest Entrance (outdoor area), The Showroom | 24 Hours Open
Artelli – The Pioneering Multi-dimensional Art Space | Daily 11:00 – 20:00
