*APC ART is pleased to present a rare, museum-level unique painting by SEEN (Richard Mirando), widely regarded as “the Godfather of Graffiti,” titled “Jumbo Bubbles” (Silver Variant).*

This *one-of-one, unique painting* measures *26” x 28”* and is executed in *acrylic spray paint*, a medium that SEEN not only helped pioneer, but fundamentally redefined. The work is *signed en verso by the artist in black marker*, confirming its authenticity and singular status. As a true *1/1*, this painting exists outside of edition culture entirely, placing it firmly in the realm of primary, investment-grade contemporary art.

SEEN’s impact on contemporary art and graffiti culture is unparalleled. Emerging from the New York subway movement of the 1970s and 1980s, he was among the very first artists to transform graffiti lettering into a fully realized visual language. His ability to bring *bubble lettering, dimensional highlights, metallic finishes, and graphic clarity* into a fine-art context earned him the enduring title of *“the Godfather of Graffiti.”* Artists across generations—both street-based and institutional—trace their lineage directly back to SEEN.

His contemporaries include foundational figures such as *Dondi, Futura, Lee Quiñones, Blade, and Crash*, artists who collectively shifted graffiti from the streets into galleries and museums worldwide. Today, SEEN’s work is collected by *major private collectors, blue-chip institutions, museums, and historically significant collections*, cementing his legacy across both cultural and academic spheres.

“Jumbo Bubbles” is a distilled, powerful example of SEEN’s signature stylistic motifs. The work features his iconic *bubble-letter abstraction*, rendered here in a striking *silver field with red contours and bold black tagging*. The metallic silver surface references his historic use of industrial finishes, while the crisp red outlines and assertive black mark-making echo his subway-era roots. The composition balances movement, volume, and control—hallmarks of SEEN’s practice—while remaining unmistakably contemporary.

This painting embodies everything that defines SEEN’s legacy: *clarity of form, mastery of spray technique, bold graphic presence, and historical authority*. It bridges early graffiti culture with modern fine art, making it both visually arresting and culturally significant.

From an acquisition standpoint, this work represents an *exceptional investment opportunity*. Unique, signed works by SEEN are increasingly scarce, particularly those that so clearly encapsulate his most recognizable visual language. As institutions continue to solidify the historical importance of graffiti’s pioneers, museum-quality 1/1 paintings by SEEN stand among the most sought-after assets in the genre.

The work is *in hand* and available for immediate acquisition.

*We are pleased to offer archival framing options.*

**We will be happy to stretch the canvas on a maple wood stretcher frame for an additional $100.**

*OFFERED EXCLUSIVELY BY APC ART* 
*MIA. ATL. NYC. LA. LONDON. PARIS. TOKYO.*

Provenance
Purchased directly from the Las Vegas studio of SEEN by APC ART. 
Included with the work will be a copy of the original purchase receipt from the studio of SEEN to serve as a certificate of authenticity. 

Condition
The work is as executed directly from Seen’s Las Vegas, Nevada studio. The work is brand new. Stunning origins SEEN painting!