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graffiti concepts  

Creator

  • Jona Schlegel
  • Stefan Wogrin

Editorial note

  • 'Graffiti Concepts', a subcategory under the guide term 'Concepts in the Arts and Humanities' in the Getty Art & Architecture Thesaurus (AAT), encapsulates a range of specific ideas and elements that are integral to the understanding and practice of graffiti. This category serves as a collective term for various aspects of graffiti, each representing a unique facet of the graffiti culture and practice. The concepts included within this category cover a broad spectrum, from the technical aspects of graffiti creation such as 'fill ins' and 'fadings', to thematic elements like 'concept walls' and 'memorials'. They also encompass different forms and purposes of graffiti, from 'commissioned works' to 'messages' and 'greetings'. By grouping these diverse concepts together, the 'Graffiti Concepts' category provides a comprehensive overview of the multifaceted nature of graffiti. It underscores the complexity and richness of graffiti as a form of expression, highlighting the myriad techniques, themes, and purposes that graffitists employ in their work.

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https://vocabs.acdh.oeaw.ac.at/indigo/graffitiConcepts

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