The artwork titled “CPRKR” by Jean-Michel Basquiat was created in 1982 and is rendered in acrylic and crayon on canvas. The piece is associated with the Neo-Expressionism and Street Art movements, and it is figurative in genre. The dimensions of the artwork are 152.5 x 101.5 cm, and it resides in a private collection.
“CPRKR” showcases Basquiat’s characteristic use of expressive lines and bold symbolism. Central to the composition is an array of black marks and text, with the letters “CPRKR” prominently displaying at the top. Below these letters, a crown symbol, which is recurrent in Basquiat’s work, is depicted against a backdrop of black rectangles. The piece also features references to “STANHOPE HOTEL,” “APRIL SECOND,” and “NINETEEN FIFTY-FIVE,” alongside abstract figures and the phrase “CHARLES THE FIRST.” These elements amalgamate into a frenetic yet cohesive tableau that reflects Basquiat’s distinctive visual language and thematic preoccupations.
