Jean-Michel Basquiat (After) – Riddle Me This, Batman

Riddle Me This, Batman (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

Riddle Me This, Batman is part of the Superhero portfolio, a 2022 estate-authorized series based on original works created by Jean-Michel Basquiat between 1982 and 1987, the most celebrated and critically important years of his career.

The title references popular comic-book mythology, a recurring source of inspiration in Basquiat’s practice. By invoking figures like Batman, Basquiat explored the construction of heroism, power, and identity — particularly in relation to race, culture, and representation. His layered use of text, symbols, and expressive line work transforms pop culture imagery into a charged commentary on social and historical narratives.

This edition is limited to 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 work was printed by Brand X Editions and released by Pace Prints, ensuring museum-quality production standards.

Measuring 40 × 40 inches, the square format reinforces the graphic immediacy and visual intensity of the composition. Estate-authorized prints from the Superhero portfolio provide collectors access to imagery rooted in Basquiat’s most dynamic creative period.

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