Graffiti paintings

 

Why buy a graffiti painting ? 

• Choosing a graffiti painting means opting for a contemporary and colorful ambiance that brings dynamism and modernity to any interior. Each painting hides subtle details that you will certainly take great pleasure in discovering.

• The canvases reflect the diversity and authenticity of graffiti tags, transforming each piece into a unique and history-filled collector's item. Investing in a graffiti painting on canvas supports artists who constantly push the boundaries of creativity while adding a touch of color and dynamism to your space.

• Bring a fragment of street art, an echo of the energy and movement that characterize graffiti art, into your home. Each canvas is an invitation to explore the history, culture, and ideas hidden behind the artists’ work.

The Contemporary History of Graffiti

Although the recognition of graffiti art dates back to the mid-20th century, its origins trace back to prehistoric times. The iconic cave paintings of Lascaux demonstrate that pictorial practice is ancestral. Early humans used graffiti to mark their passage in isolated locations, alerting different tribes to potential dangers.

The artistic movement reached its peak in the 1970s and 1980s when many famous street artists such as Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Andy Warhol showcased their creations to the public.

The first urban art graffiti emerged in the second half of the 20th century in the United States, and more precisely in New York City. Anonymous artists began painting their pseudonyms on walls, subway trains, and throughout public spaces. During the late 1960s, a time of protests against the Vietnam War and racial inequality, this art genre proliferated.


From there, street art paintings became an essential means of political and social expression, often criticized by the public. The waves of repression targeting this movement only strengthened and democratized the movement beyond American borders.
Gradually, graffiti and street art spread worldwide, and new urban expressions, such as stencils and stickers, emerged. The violence and hatred directed towards graffiti artists pushed some to paint on canvases, leading to the inclusion of the genre in reputable exhibitions.

Today, the artistic value of graffiti is widely recognized, with many artists continuing to perpetuate the pop and street culture on canvas.


 

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