The 50 Most Badass Moments in Art History

You don't have to use your fists to be a tough guy. Check out our look back at the times when art was mightier than the sword.

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A true badass is an individual who stands up for what he believes in and challenges the status quo. And while Complex usually references sports figures, rappers, and other tough-guy types when talking about these kinds of individuals, badasses have been running the art world since the beginning of time. From artists who painted sexual deviants to those who planted the seeds of street art and graffiti, we decided the New Year was a good time to count down the greatest moments of art folk giving the middle finger to the establishment. Nick Schonberger, the mind behind curatedmag.com helped us put together the list, so check out his picks at the link below...

• CLICK HERE TO KICK OFF THE COUNTDOWN AT #50!

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