Tri N-22 – Contemporary Character Portraiture by Retne A vibrant and abstract portrait where fragmentation and emotion collide. The face dissolves into swirling textures of red, gold, black, and white, set against a striking turquoise background. The layered impasto and expressive brushstrokes create both chaos and harmony, pulling the viewer into the psychological depth of the work. This painting belongs to Retne’s acclaimed portrait series, where distortion and symbolism reveal hidden aspects of the human spirit. A powerful and original piece of contemporary character portraiture, equally fitting for collectors and modern interiors. Signed on the front. On the back – titled, dated, and hand-signed by the artist. Certificate of Authenticity included and hand-signed – confirming originality and authorship. Technical Details Canvas size: 90x70 cm (5 cm margins for stretching) Recommended stretcher frame: 80x60 cm Medium: Acrylic on canvas, including Maimeri Acrilico Gold Finish: Sealed with UV Gloss Varnish (shiny finish) Canvas Edges & Composition The 5 cm margins are painted to extend the composition, ensuring continuity when stretched. Shipping & Packaging Courier Services: DPD, GLS, UPS, PostNL, FedEx, LP EXPRESS Packaging: Securely rolled in a heavy-duty tube for safe international delivery Tracking: Provided Important: Please wait to order a stretcher frame until the artwork arrives to ensure accurate measurements. Main colours: Turquoise, Red, Gold, Black, White, Brown About the Artist – Retne Retne is an internationally acclaimed artist, magician, and illusionist, blending visual art with the mystery of illusion. His expressive, semi-abstract paintings merge Abstract Expressionism and figurative art, drawing inspiration from George Condo, Egon Schiele, Willem de Kooning, Francis Bacon, Chaïm Soutine, and Arshile Gorky. As the founder and leading artist of the world-renowned Magic Theater DiArchy, Retne has captivated audiences with groundbreaking live performances and illusionary art shows. He holds several world records for extreme performance art and has been featured on major TV networks, including BBC, NBC, FOX NEWS, and more. His career as both an artist and illusionist is widely covered in international media, further solidifying his reputation as a visionary in both fields. Retne’s paintings explore deep psychological and emotional layers, making them highly sought-after by collectors worldwide. Notable Achievements & Exhibitions • More than 2,000 paintings sold exclusively on Catawiki • Exhibited in major art fairs across Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, Berlin, Rome, and other European capitals • Modern Art education – trained at MoMA New York • Award-winning performer & visual artist – holder of multiple world records in performance art • Global recognition – featured on BBC, NBC, FOX NEWS, and other international platforms Follow the artist Instagram: @retne_ Linktree: linktr.ee/retne