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Why Are There So Many Basquiat Fashion Collaborations?

The late painter, whose work appeared in Tiffany’s latest advertising campaign, is a fashion favourite. It’s no accident: firms like Artestar broker deals between fashion brands and artists or their estates. But keeping them fresh is a challenge.
fashion art collaboration basquiat alice + olivia
Alice + Olivia is one among many fashion brands that have licensed artist Jean-Michel Basquiat's work for products. Getty Images.

At this past weekend’s Frieze Art Fair in London, collectors were on the hunt for the next art world sensation. It’s likely plenty of fashion dealmakers were, too.

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