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Jean-Michel Basquiat bursts onto the New York art scene

Witness History

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This chapter delves into Jean-Michel Basquiat's swift ascent in the vibrant New York art scene of the 1980s, influenced heavily by hip-hop and street art. It also examines his distinctive style, complex relationship with fame, and the socio-cultural backdrop of Soho that shaped his legacy.

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