Publisher's Synopsis
Decades after the movement spread across the world, New York is still the mecca of graffiti culture: Painting here remains a badge of honour, with graffiti artist from across the globe making pilgrimages to New York for that purpose.  This is the city where it all began, yet few know the backstory.  Graffiti New York is here to fill that gap, detailing the aesthetic's, ideals and social structures that have served as a cultural blueprint for graffiti movements across the world. From the history of the subway wars (including testimony from those on the other side of the law - the police) to graffiti's infiltration of the gallery scene, with explorations of the commonalities and disparities among New York's five borough, and look at the media coverage and part in spreading the word about this new art form, this book is a passport to a great understanding and appreciation of New York City graffiti culture.  Featuring approximately 1,000 images complimented by commentary from graffiti writers themselves, as well as descriptive graphics and sidebars. Graffiti New York covers the ups and downs of the movement, spanning from the birth of simple signature tags to today's vibrant murals, and presents the big picture like no other.
 
Abrams; 2009. Hardcover with unclipped dust cover. As new. Excellent condition. Preowned. ISBN: 9780810951464.