Swatch Presents the JEAN-MICHEL BASQUIAT Collection
References: swatch & highsnobiety
Swatch unveils its new JEAN-MICHEL BASQUIAT Collection, which is a tribute to the late contemporary artist. This month marks the fifth capsule collection that continues to grow -- the Swatch Art Journey 2023 is a project that highlights the brand's admiration of artists.
It shows this through unique watch designs that are inspired by the artists' work and of course, Basquiat is the latest. He breaks boundaries when it comes to street art and is a pioneer of the subculture itself. The capsule is made up of three watches that are titled after Basquiat's work. The JEAN-MICHEL BASQUIAT Collection is detailed with codes, sketches, and emblems that are directly drawn from his own existing works.
Image Credit: Swatch
It shows this through unique watch designs that are inspired by the artists' work and of course, Basquiat is the latest. He breaks boundaries when it comes to street art and is a pioneer of the subculture itself. The capsule is made up of three watches that are titled after Basquiat's work. The JEAN-MICHEL BASQUIAT Collection is detailed with codes, sketches, and emblems that are directly drawn from his own existing works.
Image Credit: Swatch
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