10th Dec, 2025 18:00

Urban & Contemporary Art

 
Lot 287
 
Lot 287 - Retna (American 1979-), 'Untitled'
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Retna (American 1979-), 'Untitled'

Sold for £8,125
Estimated at £5,000 - £8,000

inc.premium


Condition Report

In very good/artists condition
No rips or tears to the canvas
No sign of restoration to the canvas
There is a minor imperfection to the upper section, this is thought to be a paintbrush hair embedded in the paint and is likely to be from time of production
Small section of cracking to the lower left of the canvas, visible upon close inspection
This canvas has been framed in a white tray frame, all corners and edges of the canvas are visible.

 

Retna (American 1979-), 'Untitled', unique oil on canvas, signed to the canvas verso; 80 x 60cm (framed)

Auction: Urban & Contemporary Art, 10th Dec, 2025

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Retna

RETNA, born Marquis Lewis, is known for his large paintings featuring elongated, geometric scripts that hint at a hidden language. His work draws inspiration from Egyptian hieroglyphics, Arabic and Hebrew calligraphy, Gothic blackletter, and graffiti. Starting as a graffiti artist in Los Angeles, he has since exhibited in major cities like New York, Los Angeles, and London, with pieces often fetching five-figure prices. RETNA has collaborated with brands such as Louis Vuitton, Nike, and Chanel, designed an album cover for Justin Bieber, and created stage sets for Aida at the Washington National Opera and San Francisco Opera.