JOURNAL ARTICLE

TIKTOK ART. THE TAXIDERMY OF JEAN-MICHEL BASQUIAT.

  • Published In: Synergy (1841-7191), 2026, v. 22, n. 1. P. 25 1 of 3

  • Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: BANU, Ana 3 of 3

Abstract

Performativity can rob movements, phenomena, places, and images of their substance. The purpose of this article is to study this function, as it engages with the art of Jean-Michel Basquiat. His work has been subjected to this process, suffering a taxidermy. His method, context, social engagement, and the urgency characteristic to his art have been reduced to self-referential symbols. This paper introduces the original concept of artistic taxidermy, aiming to analyze the evisceration undergone by the conceptual content of Basquiat's work, while providing a theoretical filter for the distinction between authentic artistic intention and taxidermy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Synergy (1841-7191). 2026/01, Vol. 22, Issue 1, p25
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:18417191
  • DOI:10.24818/SYN/2026/22/1.02
  • Accession Number:193822340
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