RETNA – Original Ink Drawing

2024 

This original ink drawing from 2024 by renowned American artist RETNA is a striking example of his refined graphic style. The artwork showcases RETNA’s distinctive visual language, where calligraphy, abstraction, and urban aesthetics converge, created on hand-crafted paper.

Acquired directly from the artist.

This original work features one of RETNA’s iconic abstract symbols, rendered in bold black brushstrokes.The drawing reveals a dynamic cluster of black forms set against a blank background. Circles, curves, and block-like shapes come together to form a symbolic, calligraphic figure.  

Professionally framed, mounted floating on linen, in a custom-made deep black wooden frame, handmade in the Netherlands, with UltraVue® ArtGlass for maximum clarity, UV protection, and minimal reflection.
Size framed: approx. 50 x 70 cm

RETNA (Marquis Lewis) (b. 1979) is an American graffiti artist whose work has been featured in many successful ad campaigns for Nike, Louis Vuitton, and VistaJet. Born in Los Angeles, RETNA’s work is influenced by the graffiti of his hometown, but also by early graffiti artists like Basquiat and Keith Haring. His use of a constructed script is a RETNA signature, often mixing hieroglyphs, calligraphy, and illuminated scripts into highly personal messages.