*APC ART is proud to present “Rheneh,” a powerful and highly significant original canvas by RETNA (aka Marquis Lewis), executed in 2014.*

*RETNA has firmly established himself as one of the most important and recognizable voices in contemporary art. Known for his unmistakable visual language — a complex, calligraphic script influenced by Gothic Blackletter, ancient hieroglyphics, Arabic calligraphy, and urban graffiti — RETNA has created a body of work that transcends traditional categories, positioning him at the intersection of fine art, street culture, and global contemporary practice.*

*Collected by major institutions, elite private collectors, cultural tastemakers, and celebrities alike, RETNA’s works have been exhibited across the globe. His murals and canvases command immediate attention, while his studio works continue to experience strong demand within the primary and secondary markets.*

*“Rheneh” is an exceptional example of the artist working with tremendous confidence and authority. Executed in acrylic and oil stick on canvas, the painting reveals RETNA’s unmistakable hand — layered, expressive, and deeply intentional. Bold gestures collide with sweeping passages of color, while rhythmic markings create both movement and structure across the composition.*

*Unlike many of the artist’s works on paper, this is a fully realized canvas — a format that serious collectors actively pursue. Canvas works by RETNA are considerably rarer than paper examples, far more sought after, and historically command substantially higher prices. When collectors graduate into acquiring RETNA originals, canvas is overwhelmingly the preferred medium.*

*Equally important is the fact that this work is both **signed and titled en verso** — a rarity in itself. RETNA seldom titles his works and signatures are often inconsistent depending on the period and context of execution. Here, the artist has inscribed the title “Rheneh” and signed “Marquis,” further reinforcing the work’s authenticity, importance, and archival strength.*

*The composition itself is nothing short of masterful. Energetic fields of color intertwine with gestural mark-making, producing a visual tension that feels both raw and highly refined. The painting captures the spirit of RETNA during a period many collectors consider one of his most compelling — when the artist balanced street-born spontaneity with increasingly sophisticated studio practice.*

*At 30” x 24”, the work possesses an ideal scale — large enough to command a wall, yet versatile enough to integrate seamlessly into both established collections and thoughtfully curated interiors.*

*This is not merely a painting — it is a museum-quality example by one of contemporary art’s most iconic, enigmatic, and often misunderstood figures. A true masterpiece that embodies the power, energy, and intellectual depth that define RETNA’s finest works.*

*From an investment perspective, the value proposition here is extraordinary. Signed and titled RETNA canvases from this era continue to tighten in availability as they disappear into long-term collections. Works of this caliber — particularly at this price point — represent a rare opportunity for the discerning collector.*

*The work is in hand in the United States and ready for immediate shipment.*

*We are pleased to offer archival framing options and would strongly recommend a black floater frame to properly present this striking canvas.*

*This is an absolutely unbelievable investment work — one that is poised to anchor even the most sophisticated contemporary collection.*

*OFFERED EXCLUSIVELY BY APC ART*

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Provenance
Private collection; Los Angeles, California. USA. 
INCLUDED WITH THE WORK WILL
BE A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY FROM APC
ART, GUARANTEEING AUTHENTICITY IN PERPETUITY. 

Condition
The work is as executed by the artist. Shows well. Any irregularities (small nicks,paint loss etc) are part of the artists creative process.