Moses + Taps 'Image Of Graffiti' Print Available

Artist: Moses + Taps
Title: Image Of Graffiti
Medium: Multi Color Screen Print
Size: 50 x 50 cm
Edition: 100
Price: CHF 300

The artist collective MOSES & TAPS consists of two primary founders who originate from Germany and have been active in the European graffiti scene for decades. While the collective maintains a level of anonymity to protect its members, it is widely known that both individuals began focusing on their craft independently as early as 1994, primarily using public transport systems as their canvases. Formal details regarding their academic education remain largely private, a common trait among graffiti pioneers who prioritize street level experience and technical mastery over institutional credentials. By the early 2000s, they had already painted thousands of trains across Europe, and in 2007, they officially joined forces to form the collective known as TOPSPRAYER™. This partnership allowed MOSES & TAPS to elevate their work from traditional tagging to a conceptual practice that frequently challenges the boundaries of public space and legal frameworks.

One of the most significant accomplishments of MOSES & TAPS was the completion of their ambitious project to paint 1000 trains in 1000 days, which was documented in the highly successful book International Topsprayer. This feat solidified their status within the global urban art community and was followed by other notable conceptual actions, such as the 2010 creation of a deceptively realistic fake train door on a Hanover S-Bahn and the 2015 project titled The Wall, where they built a brick wall inside a train car in Hamburg. These actions sparked international media debate regarding the nature of graffiti and the absurdity of its prosecution. In the realm of high art, their piece titled Das Kann Ich Auch sold at auction for €11,700 in 2018, demonstrating their commercial viability and cross-over appeal.

The collective has participated in numerous prestigious art shows and gallery exhibitions that bridge the gap between the street and the white cube. Their first solo gallery show, titled WALLFLOWERS, took place at the Colab Gallery in Weil am Rhein, where they introduced their CORPORATE IDENTITY™ series. They have also held significant exhibitions at the Kolly Gallery in Switzerland, including shows like ALPHABET™ in 2018 and SPLASH™ CARTA in 2021. Other notable participations include the Viral Vandals exhibition at the MU Hybrid Art House in 2017 and their 2024 debut at the Museum of Graffiti in Miami. Their work continues to be featured in major international events like the Urban Art Biennale at the Völklinger Hütte.

Known for their avant-garde approach, MOSES & TAPS™ have produced several famous pieces and series that are highly sought after by collectors of limited edition art prints and posters. Significant works include The Wall, which remains one of their most culturally impactful installations, and the Sellout project, where they used dollar bills to critique the commercialization of the scene. Other prominent titles in their portfolio include Zeitgeist, Image of Graffiti, Scratchiti, and the Splash series, which utilizes punctured spray cans to create abstract action paintings. By consistently subverting the traditional rules of the genre while maintaining a prolific output, the collective has redefined what it means to be a modern master in the field of graffiti and conceptual art.

For enthusiasts within the limited edition art print and poster collector community, the works of MOSES & TAPS™ represent a unique intersection of transience and permanence. Their transition from the ephemeral surfaces of European transit systems to the curated environments of global galleries has created a robust secondary market for their documented actions and physical editions. The meticulous documentation found in their publications and the abstract energy of their Splash series provide a tangible connection to the conceptual evolution of the collective. Collectors often prioritize these pieces for their historical significance and the way they challenge the conventional definition of urban aesthetics. As the collective continues to debut new bodies of work in major institutions and international biennials, their influence remains a cornerstone for those studying the progression of avant-garde practices in public spaces.