Arranged by the family of Jean-Michel Basquiat, this exhibition of more than two hundred never-before-seen and rarely shown paintings, drawings, and objects explore Basquiat’s life and intertwines his artistic genius with his personal life and talents.

The layout is designed by Adjaye Associates, and the show features immersive environments presenting Basquiat’s contributions to the history of art and his multifaceted cultural influence—including music, pop culture, and the Black experience—providing insight into his creative life and his singular voice.

King Pleasure is the title of a painting created by Jean-Michel in 1987 and the name of a bebop-loving bartender turned jazz vocalist whose first hit, in 1952, “Moody’s Mood For Love,” catapulted him to fame. The song was a favorite of the WBLS DJ Frankie Crocker, who played it at the close of his show every night in the 1970s. Gerard Basquiat, Jean-Michel’s father, was also fond of the tune. The exhibition will close on 1st January 2023.

Image by  Ivane Katamashvili