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CollectionDutch Graffiti Library2025-04-25T11:41:50+02:00

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Visit Expo PURE TFP - infinite iterations @writersmadrid_official. Great to see this in person!

#dutchgraffitilibrary @puretfp #madridspain @richard_1971_ #itsaboutgraffiticulture

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The book ‘Den Haag Graffiti’ is here! Dope photos, stories, and anecdotes. A great result from years of work and dedication. Get your copy before it’s too late @angst_stencils.

Last photos were taken on Saturday afternoon at the release event in @worldofgraffiti.nl and Lime TSF put his tag in our copy.

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DISZ, 1989-1991 Germany

After Disz had painted pieces on the New York subways in 1986 and had also left his mark on the yellow bananas in the Netherlands, it was time for the trains in and around Berlin.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #disz #itsaboutgraffiticulture #berlingraffiti #grafffiticulture

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That exhibitions take place in the Netherlands in the 1970s showcasing graffiti as a cultural phenomenon is well known. Think of the exhibition at Galerie Linka in 1975, the Punk Graffiti show at the Fodor Museum in 1979 and the photography exhibition at the Shaffy Theater in 1980.

What is truly remarkable, however, is that an exhibition also took place in 1980 just 500 meters from our own home—yet we had never seen or heard anything about it.

A newspaper article from Thursday, March 6, 1980, mentions 250 photographs, 5 color prints, and 150 slides, all accompanied by a catalogue!.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #ijm85 #grafffiticulture #wittetheater #ijmuidengraffiti #tekensaandewand #graffitiheritage #wittetejater

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ORDER TERRITORY MAGAZINE, ISSUE 01 2025. Over 300 pages deep in counter-culture, packed with visuals, raw stories, and rich backdrops. This magazine connects communities, grounded in the heartbeat of the street.

Awesome! Don’t sleep at this one @order_territory_magazine

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #grafffiticulture #orderterritorymagazine

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Original scrapbook with punk-related clippings and expressions, Amsterdam 1978!
A unique object that captures the atmosphere and vibe of the 1970s.
The first signs of punk graffiti (name writing) are visible in the clippings, on the cover, and throughout the pasted content.
The "Infexion" tags likely refer to the Amsterdam punk band Infexion, which was active during that time.

Collection Dutch Graffiti Library

#itsaboutgraffiticulture #punkgraffiti #grafffiticulture #punkarchive #infexion #punkscrapbook #graffitiheritage #sexpistols

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Hot Stuff #15 – a raw peek into the visual world of the last century, packed with insider stories and behind-the-scenes anecdotes.

Again, a nice issue @disco_patrick

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #hiphopheritage #grafffiticulture

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Some backyards of the environment. Unregulated spaces where culture was shaped and names were dropped. Just for the feeling.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #cityspaces #grafffiticulture #amsterdamgraffiti

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Summary of the work that was to be seen @un_framed.nl. We were present today.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture

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Dearone’s World Tour 2022-2024 by @hhscumbag

A magazine documenting a journey around the world — visiting old friends and making new ones. Featuring a silkscreen-printed cover and personal stories and photos by the man himself.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #graffitiworldtour #harlemdoublea #dcfcrew #grafffiticulture

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Yesterday we were present at the opening of Pixação: Resistance and Rebellion @straatmuseum

Featuring work and stories by LIXOMANIA!zé, Cripta Djan, and Eneri—alongside archival materials—the exhibition explores Pixação’s dual identity as both a form of protest and a visual art practice, inviting reflection on art, authorship, and urban agency.

Definitely worth the visit!

@eneri.psm
@lixomaniaze
criptadjan
@chopemdownfilms

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture

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My Name is Sign, Paris is Mine.
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Sign, a pioneer of French hip-hop, disappeared in the early 1990s. His friends lost track of him, and his family knew nothing of his graffiti past. In 2022, it became known that he had been dead… for almost ten years. To understand what happened and to tell the story of this forgotten life, Karim Boukercha conducts an investigation that is as intimate as it is historical.

My Name is Sign, Paris is Mine is a unique project that blends a book with a French-language documentary podcast. Unfortunately, the book does not contain an English translation, but the photos and vibe are well worth it.

@karimboukercha

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #parisgraffiti #signctk #crimetimekings #graffiticulture

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Sciens and Sound in 1987 along the railway between Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Central Station. In the third and fourth slide, the building as seen from the train, with a Syne, Lazer, and Curhz.

#dutchgraffitilibrary @berthagendoorn #alkmaargraffiti #godsviciousbabies @laser314

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Fresher than the force featuring Staten Island writer Lawe/Sub5.

Magazine with ultra rare and awesome stylish sketches, walls, trains, atmospheric shots spanning from the early ’80s to today.

Grap yours @u.dig_official

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #grafffiticulture #graffitimagazine #newyorkgraffiti #statenisland

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IZ the Wiz (RIP)
June 17, 2009
King forever.

#ripizthewiz pictures by Sach and @sar.tmb

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De dia’s van Dick Pieksma (30 mei 1953 – 17 juli 2006).

Dick groeide op in Amsterdam waar zijn ouders een garage hadden. Naast zijn activiteiten binnen de kraakwereld en zee-zeiler had hij zijn fotografie. Zo kwam hij in de begin jaren 70 ertoe om de beschilderde afbraak muren, ramen en deuren in Amsterdam te fotograferen

Wij zijn verheugd zijn serie dia’s te hebben mogen scannen. De dia’s zijn van historisch belang, duiden een tijdsgeest en geven een beeld van het fundament van het huidige ‘art in the streets’.

Lees het verhaal geschreven door Yolly van Loon de partner van Dick Pieksma op onze site.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #amsterdamgraffiti #amsterdamstreetart #dickpieksma

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CROSSTOWN MURALS FESTIVAL 2025

On Sunday, June 22 at 14:30, we’re giving a talk about the Dutch Graffiti Library — the early years, the Alkmaar connection, collecting, and what came next.

Check the program and be present.
Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22 from 12:00 to 18:00 @hal25.alkmaar

@crosstown.murals

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #grafffiticulture #alkmaargraffiti #crosstownmurals

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Soundbombing with Zedz Published by June Five. Capturing the sound of an artist making a piece. Double A side Vinyl including an 30x 60 cm printed insert.

Its a blast, included the silkscreen package Get it @instazedz

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #zedzmp #soundbombing #grafffiticulture #graffitirecordsleeve

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Urban Blight, a nite out 12”, Sleeping Bag Records 1983.

On October 26, 1984, @urbanblightnyc headlined a concert at the Ritz in New York City and invited Beastie Boys to open. The two bands maintained a friendship. Two years later, Beastie Boys asked several members of Urban Blight to play horns and percussion on "Slow Ride" on Licensed to Ill.

Photos from the piece at the playground taken by Disz, NY december 1985.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #newyorkgraffiti #urbanblight #disz

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Panel DHG by SHOA, Hengelo 1988. Created for the celebrations jubilee of 800 years city of Haaksbergen competition.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #hengelograffiti #haaksbergengraffiti

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CAT22, Rollin Steel Wheel Crusaders, Amsterdam 1989.

Photo’s by the man himself

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #grafffiticulture #cat22 #amsterdamgraffiti #subwaygraffiti

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IJmond region 1985: The walk through the traintunnel from Beverwijk to the IJmuiden border is repeated a few times and soon graffiti history is written in capitals and colors to the gray region. The first piece a JTL by Jeko, Tora and Jace is followed in style with a piece by Rane and Jace, who has changed his name to: RHO.

From time to time RHONE, who has fully integrated the addition 'ONE' to his name, returns to the IJmond. He confirms his status with his own personality and style. These memories are important and landmarks for all of us to this day and forever.

Rest in peace king Rhone.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #riprhone #itsaboutgraffiticulture #rhonewow

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It is with sadness and dejection that we give notice of the passing of RHONE.

Our hearts and thoughts are with his children, family and friends.

King forever!

WOW CCD XTE 101 TUF CCCP

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Telstar and the surrounding area through the years. It's all about the culture.

Dutch Graffiti Library #ijm85 #ijmuiden
#itsaboutgraffiticulture @footballculture_com #dutchgraffitilibrary

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Never in PANIC.
From the tracks to the museum.
Amsterdam, 1998.

#dutchgraffitilibrary @stick_1984
#itsaboutgraffiticulture #grafffiticulture #graffitiheritage #postgraffiti #graffiticanvas

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Development of the playground at the Cornelis Vrij School, Amsterdam in the 80s. A place where culture was unconsciously created, paving the way for today’s art.
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Photo Zephyr & Seen Lisa by @boris_tellegen

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #amsterdamgraffiti #newyorkgraffiti #newyorkmeetsthedam #zephyrrtw #seenua @nielsshoemeulman @the.gamesmith

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MAZL. RIP.. another real one left us.

#dutchgraffitilibrary

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BANDO | SHOE. Back in da days.

Good luck today with the opening of the new exhibition UNREADABLE in Paris!

@nielsshoemeulman
@original_bando
@danyszgallery

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #crimetimekings #bandoctk #shoectk

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News from the past... fresh addition to the collection. It’s a 2025 blast! Thanks to the anonymous…

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #spritegvb #grafffiticulture #traingraffiti

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Riot aka Shark TSK, sketches and photos. One of the pioneers of the Utrecht graffiti culture, a style developer, and active from way back until now.

Thanks for this great addition to the collection @shark.utca

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #utrechtgraffiti #grafffiticulture #graffitiarchive #graffitiheritage

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Gisteren, de aftrap van de expo ‘Gemeen(te)’ door Tycho. Het was keihard!

@tycho.sok maakt beeldende kunst en ontwerpt interventies in de openbare ruimte die de effecten van de veranderingen in de stad Amsterdam aan de kaak stellen. Soms met gestrekt been, soms met behulp van de nodige Amsterdamse humor.

Wij zijn ervan overtuigd dat zijn expositie het huidige culturele landschap, waarin kunstvormen die voortkomen uit de straatcultuur (nog) te weinig (h)erkenning krijgen, meer dan verrijkt.

Te zien bij Dutch Graffiti Library
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@brouwerijtij

#dutchgraffitilibrary
@richard_1971_
@sanne.van.doorn
@marcel_van_tiggelen

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During the DJ convention Amsterdam in October 1996, several panels with pieces were made and auctioned off by the organization. Who knows more?

@senderamsterdam @drawingskillstx #serchnes #scartee #djeldopa #djconvention #amsterdamgraffiti #dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture

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Euro, Yat, Save, N.Joy, 1985 Amsterdam. ‘Again’ also represent on this trams.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #tramgraffiti #amsterdamgraffiti #grafffiticulture

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Yesterday, visit The Nasty Wizards Expo in Utrecht - it was the real deal! @houseofhiphop.nl

@rhone.wow.ccd.tuf.fbs.tu
@dphazer
#duckwow

#itsaboutgraffiticulture #dutchgraffitilibrary #wowgraffiti #graffiticulture #thewizardsexpo

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The Roxy by Scooby Fresh and a tag from Icens IOC on the famous Phase II record sleeve, Haarlem, the Netherlands, mid-1980s.

The 12-inch record sleeves were a canvas for giving a unique and personal face to style writing culture. With tags, throw-ups, or elaborate pieces, the covers get a second life and become unique pieces of cultural heritage.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #graffitirecord #haarlemgraffiti #icens #scoobyfresh #grafffiticulture #phase2 #futura2000

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Vanaf vrijdag 9 mei te zien in onze expositieruimte voor undergroundkunstenaars met een street-smart mentaliteit:

'Gemeen(te)' door Tycho

In de expositie 'Gemeen(te)' reageert Tycho op de stad Amsterdam die volgens hem gevangen zit tussen twee uitersten. Enerzijds wordt de stad steeds netter, truttiger en meer aangeharkt; anderzijds verhardt de samenleving, met toenemende polarisatie en criminaliteit die steeds zichtbaarder wordt in het straatbeeld. In 'Gemeen(te)' komen deze tegengestelde krachten samen.

@tycho.sok

#dutchgraffitilibrary

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After a trip through the city or countryside, it was time to develop the photos. The photos were glued together so that the walls could be viewed in their entirety. These photos were often the gems of the collection.

Slides of the walls from the late '80s in Hilversum, Amsterdam, Zoetermeer, The Hague, and Alkmaar.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #analoggraffiti #photobook #grafffiticulture #graffitiheritage #godsviciousbabies #sweetlakegraffiti #alkmaargraffiti #thehaguegraffiti #graffitiphotographer

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Kings arrive! Headquarter, Rotterdam 2025.
Enjoy and make history.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #kingsday

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Folder Stedelijke Kunstcollectie Helmond, published in 1988. The contents of the folder show an overview of works from the collection. Graffiti is widely represented and was curated at the time by Henk Pijnenburg.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #helmondgraffiti #henkpijnenburg #grafffiticulture #newyorkgraffiti #rammellzee

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During a celebration of Vinyl magazine in 1985, members of the USA crew were invited to create a piece on canvas. The canvas was made up of six parts that together formed one large artwork. Afterwards, the founders of the magazine each received one section as a gift.

One of those six parts (the top left) recently resurfaced and is now part of our collection. We were told that the full piece originally read "USA"… but that might not be the case.

We showed it to Delta to see if he remembered anything. He couldn’t recall for sure, but it vaguely reminded him of Jaz. Not a crazy thought, in our opinion, especially when comparing the style on the canvas to his street work from that era.

@jasperkrabbe
@nielsshoemeulman

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #vinylmagazine #unitedstreetartists #graffiticanvas #graffiticulture

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THE NASTY WIZARDS CREATED SOME MAGIC ON WALLS

Op 2 mei is de opening van een NIEUWE expositie in House of Hiphop Utrecht. Deze 3 kunstenaars maken deel uit van de WOW crew en kennen elkaar inmiddels zo'n 35+ jaar

Date. 2 mei 2025
Time: 17:00-22:00
Where: kanaalweg 84a House Of Hip Hop Utrecht @houseofhiphop.utrecht
FREE ENTREE

#houseofhiphop #utrecht #hiphop #artexhibition #graffiti

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CES53, represent at the spot. Thanks for the visit, donations, and talks. On top of the canvas, a sculpture and framed sketch 'Fresh & Cool, Mean', done in 1987 is now part of the collection.

Highly appreciated @ces53_graffiti

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #grafffiticulture #ces53 #graffitiarchive #graffitisketch

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A look at the guest book ... a book at our place where guests and visitors can write their names or tell how they experienced the visit.

Passing by? Check our site for the possibilities.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #visitorsbooks #grafffiticulture

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Rare items, unseen clippings, known and unknown graffiti documents. The first step was to organize these by type, subject, or theme. The next step is to show as much content as possible to you.

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #grafffiticulture #graffitiarticle

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On April 8, 1984, Dutch graphic designer Willem Sandberg died. Sandberg was director of the Stedelijk Museum (SM) from 1945 to 1963. He had the famous wing on the Van Baerlestraat built in the early 1950s.

- Jaz at the Sandberg wing mid 80s
- Keith Haring in the Sandberg wing 1986
- Shoe at the Sandberg wing early 90s
- Shave at the Sandberg wing mid 00s

Pictures Keith Haring by Chris Reinewald
Last slide Sandberg wing City archives Amsterdam

@jasperkrabbe @nielsshoemeulman @stedelijkmuseum #shavewow #keithharing #dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #graffiticulture #willemsandberg

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On Dutch television in the 8 p.m. news! The restoration of the Phase2 piece @vrijpaleis, Amsterdam.

Awesome iniative of @opqrstu_streetart and @micklarock01

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Everlastin BSV, RCV, NNN, CCD represent by Camel, Shave, Rhone. Utrecht, late 80s. Attention to the Mellie and Jena tags with tectyl at the top.

@rhone.wow.ccd.tuf.fbs.tu @camel_wow #dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #grafffiticulture #utrechtgraffiti

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Something that they call ‘graffiti’. Blackbook sessions, 1999-2005.
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#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #blackbooksketch #grafffiticulture #graffitiarchive

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Trams crossing streets and passing squares. The essence of watching my name go by. Amsterdam 1989.
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Collecting Dutch Graffiti Library

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itsaboutgraffiticulture #amsterdamgraffiti #tramgraffiti #analogphotography #amsterdam

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The small photo exhibition ‘It Marks a Spot’ highlights places where culture was unconsciously created, paving the way for today’s art.

These are significant locations for talented artists with a street-smart mentality—shaping them as individuals, artists, or creators in the broadest sense, while also serving as inspiration for everyday observers.

To be seen at Dutch Graffiti Library till May 2, 2025 on days we are open or by appointment!

#dutchgraffitilibrary #itmarksaspot #itsaboutgraffiticulture

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