Rare Basquiat Photo by Nicholas (Nick) Taylor of Gray, New York, 1979:
This work is taken from Nicholas Taylor’s famous portfolio documenting his friendship with Jean-Michel Basquiat - a friendship which began when both collaborated on the historic No Wave band “Gray” in the late 1970s, before briefly living together. Taylor's clever exploration of light and dark not only offers a raw insight into Jean Michel's persona, but also communicates a tenderness and affection rarely captured in other photos of the artist.

Selections from Taylor's portfolio will be exhibited as part of the upcoming Basquiat retrospective at London's, The Barbican Centre. Nick's photographs of Basquiat have likewise been referenced in numerous notable publications, including those by Sotheby's and The Brooklyn Museum.

Gelatin Silver Print, 1979
11 x 14 inches
From an edition of 3 A/P’s
Signed, dated and numbered 3/3 in pencil in the margin.
Some minor surface waving and storage wear; otherwise very good condition.
Obtained directly from artist.
Lot 180 is an authorized dealer rep of Nick Taylor. Images copyright Nicholas Taylor.

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Based in New York City, Lot 180 brings to market a treasure trove of carefully curated pop art and ultra-contemporary works for collectors of all levels. Curated by Ron Kosa, an advisor to the Basquiat: Boom For Real exhibition in London, Lot 180 excels in works from the late 1970's/early 1980's New York, and beyond.