, 2018
Warhol on Basquiat delves into the captivating and complex relationship between two iconic figures of the 20th-century art world: Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1980s downtown New York City, this book explores their personal and professional partnership, a dynamic collaboration that blurred the lines between mentor and protégé, friend and rival. Warhol, already an established and world-famous artist, documented his interactions with Basquiat through extensive photography and diary entries, providing an intimate glimpse into their world.
This book, produced in collaboration with The Andy Warhol Foundation and Jean-Michel Basquiat's estate, features hundreds of previously unpublished photographs of Basquiat and a diverse cast of characters, including Madonna, Grace Jones, Keith Haring, and Fela Kuti. These visual records are complemented by excerpts from the legendary Andy Warhol Diaries, selected collaborative artworks, and a wealth of ephemera, offering a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of their relationship. The book reveals the emotional depth, ambiguities, extremities, and complexities of their bond, providing a voyeuristic look into the lives of two of modern art's brightest stars and their impact on contemporary culture.