Tomislav Gotovac’s “Degrafitting” (1989)
Tomislav Gotovac’s “Degrafitting” (1989), a hommage to Wolf Vostell, was a radical act that challenged the dynamics between public expression and control.
By meticulously erasing graffiti at the Kasarna in Fažana, Gotovac not only removed physical marks but also critiqued how authority attempts to sanitize and dominate public spaces.
His performance raised profound questions about the impermanence of rebellion and the tension between creation and destruction in urban landscapes, exemplifying his commitment to questioning societal norms and provoking thought through simple yet impactful gestures.