Lucie Kaas hand painted Jean-Michel Basquiat kokeshi doll

In addition to the "evil thoughts" in white and black and the first Jean Michel Basquiat kokeshi, there is now also this "three Point Crown" edition of the Jean-Michel Basquiat kokeshi Pop.
Integrating a tribute to Jean-Michel Basquiat's look is the iconic three-pointed crown on the back of this suit jacket design. The three-pointed crown is a recurring symbol in Basquiat's work, resulting in an unmistakable association with Basquiat himself and the celebration of his short but productive career. The crown, a symbol of power, was used by Basquiat to elevate the subjects of his paintings while commenting on the power dynamics reflected in his works.

The Kokeshi dolls are made of Beech wood and meticulously hand painted by Becky Kemp. The dolls are sealed in a hard wearing Satin varnish for a smooth and tactile finish. The Sketch.inc for Lucie Kaas collection includes some of the most inspiring legends and icons within the fashion, art, music and cultural world. 

In his short 27 years, Jean-Michel Basquiat was one of the most influential artists of his time. Juxtaposing historical commentary, images, and text - his works had not only a visual, but poetic feel. Basquiat emerged from the 1980s neo-expressionist movement. Decades on, the themes explored through his artistry - inequality, racism and injustice - still find relevance today.

Kokeshi dolls originate in north-Japan. They are handmade from wood, have a simple trunk and an enlarged head with a few thin, painted lines to define the face.

We have a large collection of dolls in stock.

Height: 15 cm
Material: Beech wood
 

Who is becky Kemp?

Becky Kemp is the artist behind the creative world of Sketch.Inc. Her work is inspired by geometric expression, Japanese illustrations and Nordic aesthetics. In 2015 she started to work with Lucie Kaas, a Danish company that has the same fascination for geometric expression and loves to tell the stories of the designers they represent.