34 pagesEdited by the Dutch Graffiti Library29,7 x 21 cm Language: EnglishPaperback Publisher: Dutch Graffiti Library and STRAATLimited edition of 300 copies2026 The Essence presents a selection of works that highlight the intentions, codes, and foundations of graffiti and offer insight into its abstract and conceptual dimensions. More than a traditional catalog, this book explores the fundamental elements of graffiti—tags, lines, movement, and repetition—revealing it as a structured visual language. Drawing from the archives of the Dutch Graffiti Library, it offers a focused and thoughtful perspective rather than a chronological overview. Balancing history and contemporary insight, this publication invites readers to look beyond the surface and understand what truly defines graffiti.
