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Basquiat - Original film poster starring David Bowie. 60" x 40"
Original litho-printed poster for the film release ‘Basquiat’.
An extremely rare original poster, the 60"x 40" format was used to promote the film in outdoor media including airport concourses, shopping malls and railway stations.
‘Basquiat’ is a American biographical drama film released in 1996 and directed by Julian Schnabel and written by Lech J. Majewski and John Bowe based on the life of American postmodernist/neo expressionist artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. Basquiat, born in Brooklyn, used his graffiti roots as a foundation to create collage-style paintings on canvas.
Jeffrey Wright plays Basquiat, and David Bowie portrays Basquiat's friend and mentor Andy Warhol. Additional cast include Gary Oldman as a thinly-disguised Schnabel, Michael Wincott as the poet and art critic Rene Ricard; Dennis Hopper as Bruno Bischofberger; Parker Posey as gallery owner Mary Boone; and Claire Forlani, Courtney Love, Tatum O'Neal, and Benicio del Toro in supporting roles.
Size
60” x 40” inches
(Please note size as this is an original 'Adshel' format designed for outdoor advertising and is supplied rolled)
Condition
Good 'Original' Condition
FAQs
Are Your Posters Original?
Yes — all of our posters are 100% original promotional prints from their respective release periods. Many date back to the 1990s and early 2000s, with some still preserved in their original paper wrapping.
Are Your Posters Reprints?
No — our posters are original prints produced during the 1990s and early 2000s using the traditional offset printing method, known for its bold colours and consistent quality.
Modern reprints are typically digitally printed, which can vary in colour and finish. Under magnification, offset printing reveals a distinctive rosette-style dot pattern, while digital prints appear more random.
Please note: we do stock a small selection of 1st generation reprints, which are always clearly labelled within the listing description.Storage & Care
All of our posters are stored in a clean, dry, and dust-free environment. Many are kept laid flat for preservation, while others remain carefully stored in their original rolls - ready for a new home.
Do You Offer Framing?
Yes — we offer both standard and bespoke framing options.
Our standard frames are ideal for posters sized 30" x 20" and smaller. We also provide a bespoke handmade framing service, crafted by our professional framer to perfectly suit your chosen piece.
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We are a small family-run business based near Totnes in beautiful South Devon.