Basquiat In Italian Hat
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Crafted from premium cotton twill, this five-panel cap showcases an all-over design inspired by Jean-Michel Basquiat's iconic "In Italian" artwork. A refined accessory that merges contemporary art with everyday wear.
- Curved bill in black
- Low-profile design
- Spot clean
Basquiat's "In Italian" exemplifies his signature methodology of collaging disparate cultural registers—juxtaposing numismatic imagery, classical textual fragments, and vernacular visual language. The composition synthesizes his multivalent interests: monetary systems, ecclesiastical symbolism, anatomical inquiry, and art historical canon. This cap renders that conceptual density accessible, presenting the work's intricate layering of references across its surface.
Image: In Italian, 1983
© Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat
Licensed by Artestar, New York
Details
Materials: 100% cotton twill, all-over print
Size: One size, with adjustable brass buckle strap
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Orders ship from the MCA Store in Chicago. See our shipping policy and returns policy for details. Every purchase supports the museum's exhibitions, events, and learning programs.
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