The artwork “Helmet” was created by artist Jean-Michel Basquiat in 1981. It is a sculpture composed of acrylic, crayon, and found objects. This work is part of the Neo-Expressionism and Neo-Dada art movements and measures 22.9 by 20.4 centimeters.
The artwork is a helmet that has been artistically altered. It bears signs of wear and displays a series of distinctive marks, including the name “AARON” prominently painted across the top. A crown, a recurrent motif in Basquiat’s oeuvre, is also visible. The artist’s use of crude lines and layering of paint is evident, invoking a sense of raw expression and spontaneous creation. The helmet’s distressed and aged appearance contributes to its narrative, reflecting themes of identity, struggle, and history.
