{"product_id":"quadriptych-ii","title":"Quadriptych II","description":"\u003cp\u003e*APC ART is pleased to present an exceptional and highly important unique work by RETNA (Marquis Lewis), titled “Quadriptych II.”*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Executed in 2019 at the artist’s legendary Santa Fe Ave studio in Los Angeles, this work is comprised of four individual compositions forming a cohesive quadriptych. Each sheet measures approximately 24 × 18 inches (61 × 45.7 cm), rendered in black ink on wove paper — a raw, immediate, and deeply authentic medium that speaks directly to RETNA’s roots.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*RETNA is widely regarded as one of the most influential and recognizable artists to emerge from the contemporary and street art movements. Beginning as a member of the iconic MSK and AWR graffiti crews in Los Angeles, Marquis Lewis developed a visual language that has since become one of the most distinctive artistic signatures in the world.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*At the core of his practice is his constructed script known as “Margraves” — a complex and highly refined system of glyph-like characters derived from an amalgamation of global typographies, including ancient hieroglyphics, Arabic calligraphy, Gothic blackletter, and traditional graffiti hands. This language is both aesthetic and conceptual — simultaneously readable and abstract, deeply personal yet universally resonant.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Over the years, RETNA has exhibited internationally to critical acclaim, with sold-out gallery exhibitions and major institutional recognition. His collectors include some of the most prominent names in the worlds of art, finance, music, and sport. His collaborations — including Louis Vuitton and his celebrated work for the Kennedy Center Opera (Aida) — further cement his place at the highest levels of global culture.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*This “Quadriptych” is a striking and refined example of RETNA’s hand. Unlike printed editions, this is a *fully unique, one-of-one work* — executed entirely by the artist’s hand in ink. The composition is broken into four panels, each carrying its own rhythm and cadence, yet together forming a unified visual language. The spacing, balance, and tension between the works create a powerful dialogue — both within each panel and across the full composition.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The monochromatic palette emphasizes form, gesture, and structure — allowing the intricacy of the Margraves script to take center stage. There is a purity to this work — a direct connection to RETNA’s graffiti origins — while simultaneously embodying the sophistication of his fine art evolution.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Works of this nature — studio-executed, unique works on paper from RETNA’s Santa Fe Ave period — are increasingly scarce and highly sought after by serious collectors.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Provenance: From a prominent Los Angeles, California collection.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The work is in excellent condition and presents beautifully.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The work is in hand and will ship immediately from the USA.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*APC ART is pleased to offer archival \/ museum-quality framing options upon request.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*This is a rare opportunity to acquire a museum-quality, unique RETNA work — a cornerstone piece from one of the most important and enduring artists of our time.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Proudly and exclusively offered by APC ART.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*ATL. MIA. NYC. LA. PARIS. LONDON. TOKYO*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003clabel class=\"ControlGroup__Title-sc-2587cfb4-1 iJgrdA\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ControlGroup__Description-sc-2587cfb4-2 deluFC\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrivate collection; Los Angeles, CA, USA. \u003cbr\u003eIncluded with the work will be a certificate of authenticity from APC ART; guaranteeing authenticity in perpetuity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003clabel class=\"ControlGroup__Title-sc-2587cfb4-1 iJgrdA\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ControlGroup__Description-sc-2587cfb4-2 deluFC\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe work(s) are in excellent condition overall,as executed by the artist at his Santa Fe Ave studio in 2019.The works have never been framed\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RETNA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48910169505946,"sku":null,"price":24500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/8917\/2122\/files\/larger_62b24417-928a-4ec9-83d4-3aff6fccb947.jpg?v=1785613793","url":"https:\/\/apc-art.com\/products\/quadriptych-ii","provider":"APC Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}