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Untitled #228

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Untitled #228 is an artwork created by American artist Jean-Michel Basquiat in 1982. It is a large-scale painting featuring his signature style of bold colors, expressive brushwork, and graffiti-like marks.

Related terms

Graffiti Art: Graffiti art involves creating images or writing on public surfaces using spray paint or markers. It often carries social or political messages and can be seen as a form of urban expression.

Neo-expressionism: Neo-expressionism is an art movement that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It emphasizes emotional intensity, gestural brushwork, and bold colors, which are all evident in Basquiat's work.

Abstract Expressionism: Abstract Expressionism is an artistic movement that emerged in the mid-20th century. It focuses on expressing emotions through abstract forms and spontaneous brushwork. Basquiat's work shows influences from this movement.

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  • AP Art History - 10.2 Purpose and Audience in Global Contemporary Art

  • AP Art History - 10.5 Unit 10 Required Works

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