Rome Pays Off

Founded by Christina (KiKi) Burns, Rome Pays Off is based in New York City. Rome Pays Off is a premium fashion and lifestyle brand that prides itself on balancing the worlds of art and fashion while celebrating individual style. Rome Pays Off works with culturally relevant artists to create statement-making pieces that are alternately conspicuous and subversive.

About the artwork: Basquiat’s crown is a symbol that often appears in his artwork and has become synonymous with his work. The first crown appeared in Red Kings (1981), and through all later presences of the crown in his work Basquiat depicted Black men as saints and kings. Through the crown symbol, the artist recognizes the power of his influences and heroes, depicting them and himself as kings.

© Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat Licensed by Artestar, New York

Materials: Heavyweight cotton duck canvas

Size: 17x18 inches (46x62 cm)