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It's no question that Jean-Michel Basquiat is one of the most celebrated artists in not just American history, but world history – with her works and signature style continuing to pervade popular culture, museum exhibitions and more. Now, another impressive self-portrait piece from the artist is heading to auction, entitled Self-Portrait as a Heel (Part Two).The artwork was crafted in 1982 while Basquiat was living in Los Angeles, which was also a period of fruitful work for the artist. One of few self-portraits by Basquiat, the piece was made for his first West Coast exhibition at the Gagosian Gallery in L.A. Appearing in shades of green, black, beige, blue and more, Self-Portrait as a Heel (Part Two) soars at eight feet tall and shines with the Basquiat's signature contemporary and neo-e...

Korean-American artist Taylor Lee has unveiled a new series of ceramic sculptures made in collaboration with Avant Arte. Having recently featured in Hypeart's Love Letters to LA charity exhibition, Lee has unveiled two new characters as part of her ongoing Strong Women series, as well as a new figure, dubbed Tubie — which as the name implies — depicts a woman laying in a water float. While perhaps best known for recreating some of her favorite Japanese pop cultural characters, think Gundam and Godzilla, Lee has created her own distinct vernacular, where she exaggerates the female form to dismantle social stereotypes, while jovially highlighting "female strength and resilience, showcasing the power of overcoming challenges," according to the artist. Her latest sculptures are finished throug...

Deepening its ties to the arts, Valentino has partnered with Triennale Milano to open its centennial anniversary exhibition, titled Pittura Italiana Oggi. The expansive showcase, which opens to the public on October 25, will feature work from 120 of the most significant Italian artists, whose work was produced between 1960 and 2000.Among those included, five artists — Benni Bosetto, Guglielmo Castelli, Francis Offman, Andrea Respino and Sofia Silvia — have previously collaborated with Valentino through the Maison's Des Ateliers Haute Couture collection. In collaboration with Triennale Milano, Valentino looks to delve furhter into the contemporary art domain, offering a new type of exchange to the artists that the brand collaborates with.The House has long maintained a relationship with the...