Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Legacy with Cynthia Gadsden

The Yield

Yieldstreet’s fourth art equity fund includes a magnificent painting by Jean-Michel Basquiat, one of the most influential artists of all time. On this episode of The Yield, Yieldstreet’s Art Platform leader Rebecca Fine sits down with Cynthia Gadsden, Assistant Professor of Art History at Tennessee State University for a conversation about Basquiat work and the recent King Pleasure exhibit.

Key Takeaways:

[2:13] The inspiration behind Cynthia’s masters thesis on Jean-Michel Basquiat.

[3:58] Early influencers who shaped the narrative about Basquiat.

[10:12] The poor reflection of Jean-Michel Basquiat in text, videos and interviews.

[13:16] Highlights of the King Pleasure exhibit present a new side of Basquiat.

[18:01] What is it about Basquiat’s work that resonates?

[25:34] Honoring the cultural significance of Basquiat’s work.

[31:13] Yieldstreet’s art equity funds offerings.