Jean-Michel Basquiat first ventured to Switzerland in 1982, a pivotal year in his meteoric rise. After debuting at Galerie Bruno Bischofberger in Zurich, Basquiat returned repeatedly to the country, particularly to the Engadin region, drawn by its majestic natural beauty and cultural history. Here, the frenetic energy of New York City found a counterpoint in the stillness of the Alps.
The exhibition offers an alpine lens through which to view Basquiat's enduring legacy. His alpine-inspired works hybridize the visual language of Switzerland's mountains with his signature artistic style, creating a unique body of work rooted in this unlikely terrain.
Dr. Dieter Buchhart aptly notes this unique contrast between the 'discovery of slowness' in the Engadin and the 'breakneck speed' of New York became a recurring theme in Basquiat's work. This thematic exploration adds depth and context to his artistic evolution.
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