Which artist painted subway walls under the graffiti tag SAMO and won recognition for provocative works such as Irony of a Negro Policeman?

A) Martin Puryear
B) Jean Michel Basquiat
C) Kara Walker
D) Carrie Mae Weems

Jean Michel Basquiat

An influential African-American artist of the late 20th century known for his raw, provocative artworks that addressed themes of race, poverty, and identity.

Graffiti Tag

A stylized signature or logo used by graffiti artists to mark their presence on walls, trains, and other surfaces in public spaces.

Irony Of A Negro Policeman

Describes the contradictory position of African American police officers enforcing laws in a racially prejudiced society that marginalizes black people.