INDIGO Graffiti Thesaurus

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... > Objects <facet> > Components <hierarchy name> > components (objects parts) > components by specific context <guide term> > information form components > script and type forms <guide term> > script and type signs > phonetic signs > letters (signs) > letterforms > letterform components > outlines (graffiti) > underlines (graffiti)

Preferred term

underlines (graffiti)  

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Entry terms

  • underline (graffiti)

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Creator

  • Jona Schlegel
  • Stefan Wogrin

Editorial note

  • "Underlines" in the context of graffiti refers to a line or lines that are added beneath a piece, tag, or throw-up. This element can serve various purposes, such as emphasising the graffiti writing, adding an additional layer of style, or creating a sense of grounding or stability for the piece. While underlines can be seen as a component of the overall outline of a graffito, they are distinct in their placement and function. An underline typically extends horizontally beneath the entire piece, tag, or throw-up, and may be straight, wavy, or take on other forms. It can be created in the same colour as the outline or in a contrasting colour to add visual interest. The use of underlines can be traced back to the early days of graffiti writing, and they continue to be a common feature in many styles of graffiti. They can be particularly effective in enhancing the visibility and impact of a graffito, especially in urban environments where graffiti must compete with a multitude of visual stimuli.

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

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