Jean-Michel Basquiat (After) – Piano Lesson

Piano Lesson (Superhero Portfolio), 2022
(after Jean-Michel Basquiat, American, 1960–1988)

Medium: Screenprint on wove paper
Dimensions: 101.6 × 101.6 cm (40 × 40 in)
Edition: 12/85 (aside from 4 Printer’s Proofs)
Estate stamp on verso
Published 2022
Unframed

Printed by Brand X Editions, Long Island City, New York
Published by Flatiron Editions, New York
Released by Pace Prints, New York

Provenance:
Michael Glassner, New York
Private Collection, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Description

Piano Lesson is part of the Superhero portfolio, a series of estate-authorized screenprints released in 2022 and based on original works created by Jean-Michel Basquiat between 1982 and 1987 — the most critically acclaimed period of the artist’s career.

The composition reflects Basquiat’s characteristic fusion of text, symbolism, and expressive line work. Musical references — a recurring theme in Basquiat’s practice — evoke jazz culture, improvisation, and the intellectual depth of Black artistic heritage. Through fragmented words and dynamic imagery, the work explores themes of power, identity, and cultural memory.

This edition is issued in a limited run of 85, aside from printer’s proofs, and bears the official estate stamp on the verso, signed by Lisane Basquiat and Jeanine Heriveaux, Administrators of the Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat. The production was overseen by Pace Prints, ensuring museum-quality execution faithful to the original works.

Measuring 40 × 40 inches, the square format enhances the graphic force and visual balance of the composition. Estate-authorized editions such as this provide collectors with access to imagery rooted in Basquiat’s most important creative years.

Condition

Very good condition.
No issues to note.

Full condition report available upon request.

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FAQ

Is this an original Basquiat?
This is an estate-authorized screenprint based on original works created by Jean-Michel Basquiat between 1982 and 1987.

Is the work signed?
The print bears the official estate stamp on the verso, signed by the Administrators of the Estate.

Is the edition limited?
Yes, the edition is limited to 85, aside from 4 printer’s proofs.

Who published this edition?
Printed by Brand X Editions, published by Flatiron Editions, and released by Pace Prints, New York.