MoMA Exclusive: From a collection by the eclectic Norwegian jewelry label featuring art icon Jean-Michel Basquiat, this Crystal Haze x Basquiat Bead Necklace offers an opportunity for art enthusiasts and fashion-forward individuals to show their appreciation for the artist’s legacy.

An artist represented in MoMA’s collection, Jean-Michel Basquiat, created a visual vocabulary that continues to inspire contemporary culture today. Designer Ophelia Alickaj pays homage to Basquiat’s bold, expressive style with this beaded piece that features his famous crown motif, a symbol of power, and to elevate the subjects of his paintings, but also to comment on power dynamics present in his work. 

© Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat. Licensed by Artestar, New York.