Description
Original abstract painting created by Arvydas Gaiciunas (Retne).
The painting is 100% hand-painted using Highly pigmented artists’ Acrylic paint, Acrilico Gold, UV gloss varnish on Unframed cotton canvas (360 g/m²) (without a stretcher frame).
After stretching on the wood frame SIZE:
(H)126x(W)142 and a maximum depth of 2 to 3.5 cm.
Total dimensions:
(H)136x(W)152 cm.
After stretching the canvas on a stretcher bar the sides will be in relevant colors, so there is no need for an additional frame.
To have the painting stretched is a relatively inexpensive process from your local framer.
Please note: the painting doesn’t come framed, but I’ve taken a photo of it framed for display purposes.
SHIPPING with DPD, GLS, UPS, PostNL, or FedEx.
The painting will be shipped rolled up to make shipping more affordable.
Artwork hand signed on the front. Date and signed on the back.
All of the Retne artworks come with a signed certificate of authenticity.
We use professional cardboard tube packaging to ensure the safety of your painting in transportation.
You will also receive a tracking number.
The beautiful blend of colors is just what your interior style needs.
Optimize your space with color accent in the interior in an elegant and stylish way.
This painting will bring you a good mood and inspiration.
Retne artist has sold and delivered over 1000 paintings to art collectors and enthusiasts in every corner of the world through Catawiki.
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Arvydas Gaiciunas 1969, artist’s nickname RETNE, worldwide class professional performing and art painting artist. Magician, illusionist, and holder of several world records.
Arvydas belongs to the third generation of artists.
As a founder and one of the artists of the Magic Theater “DiArchy” together with his sister Diana, Arvydas Gaiciunas has created numerous international live performances and TV shows for BBC, NBC TV, FOX NEWS, Daily Record, and European commercial TV channels in over 34 countries since 1991.
RETNE draws his inspiration from Abstract Expressionists such as WILLEM DE KOONING, JACKSON POLLOCK, Franz Kline, as well as Expressionists Francis Bacon, Egon Schiele, and Lucian Freud.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
2019 THE MAGICIANS – International TV project. BBC TV Show.
2019 BURIED ALIVE – TV Live Art Performance. TV3. Vilnius, Lithuania.
2016 THE BRAIN – reality, and talent show. This show is broadcasted in Europe, China, Russia, and the United States. Over 100 million TV viewers.
2015 ČIURLIONIS – Visual digital show on the water of M. K. Čiurlionis’ Art pieces in 4D. 35 000 live viewers. Druskininkai, Lithuania.
2014 I CAN DO THAT – American entertainment television series that ran on NBC. 1TV RU. Moscow, Russia.
2011 Opening Art Performance and one of the presenters at the famous NIKA Film Awards. Moscow Operetta State Academic Theatre. Moscow, Russia.
2007 UNDERWATER BREATH-HOLDING – Live Art performance. LNK TV. 3 million viewers. Druskininkai, Lithuania.
2006 DIARCHY CODE – Personal TV Show. TV3. Vilnius, Lithuania.
2005 FROZEN IN ICE – Live Art Performance. LNK TV and International TV news channels. 3 million viewers. Palanga, Lithuania.
2003 Indian Motives Performance. Sheraton New Delhi Hotel. Marriott. New Delhi, India.
1999 Street Art Festival. Berliner Gauklerfest. Berlin, Germany.
1998 Japan Resort Live Show. Yumura Onsen, Japan.
1997 Entertainment Variete Live Performance. Hansa Theatre. Hamburg, Germany.
1993 International Circus Art Performance. Doha Sports Stadium. Doha, Qatar.
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GRANTS AND AWARDS:
2019 1st place in an international TV format project THE MAGICIANS. BBC. NTV. Moscow, Russia.
2007 World record winner. Art performance “UNDERWATER BREATH-HOLDING“ for 15 minutes and 58 seconds. LNK. International TV news channels. Druskininkai, Lithuania.
2005 World record winner. Art performance “FROZEN IN ICE ” for 63 hours and 31 minutes. LNK TV. Palanga, Lithuania.
2005 The Government Award for breaking the world record. Vilnius, Lithuania.
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EDUCATION:
2019 – 2020 Modern Art & Ideas by The Museum of Modern Art New York. New York, the United States.
2018 – 2019 In the Studio: Postwar Abstract Painting by The Museum of Modern Art. New York, United States.
1984 – 1991 Moscow State College of Circus and Pop Art, Moscow, Russia.
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SOLO EXHIBITIONS:
2020 Rotary International Charity Auction by Retne. Snow Arena. Druskininkai, Lithuania.
2020 “Spontaneous Codes of Self-Expression /4-13-52/”. Open space. Panevėžys, Lithuania.
2019 “Magical paintings“. Šiauliai Arena. Šiauliai, Lithuania Collective Expositions.
2018 „Recount“. Open space. Druskininkai, Lithuania.
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COLLECTIVE EXHIBITION:
22-24 October 2021 Art Shopping. Carrousel du Louvre. Palais Royal. Paris, France.
18-20 June 2021 Art Shopping. Carrousel du Louvre. Palais Royal. Paris, France.
2021 ADAF 2020 Annual Dutch Art Fair Amsterdam, Netherlands.
2020 Lockdown Sessions, Studio Aesse, Antwerpen, Belgium.
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PUBLICATIONS AND PRESS:
Broadcasts by National and International TV channels such as BBC, NBC, FOX NEWS, LNK, TV3, NTV, TV1RU, CHANNEL ONE, and other worldwide news channels since 1991.
Articles in DELFI, ALFA, COSMOPOLITAN, PEOPLE, and many others.
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Seller’s Story
About the Artist – Retne Retne is a contemporary painter and performance artist from Lithuania. With a unique fusion of abstract expressionism and distorted figuration, his paintings stand out for their emotional impact and visual strength. Drawing inspiration from George Condo, Francis Bacon, and Jean-Michel Basquiat, Retne has developed a personal, recognizable style that speaks to both collectors and modern art lovers. As a former illusionist and founder of the Magic Theater DiArchy, Retne has also set several world records in performance art and has been featured on major TV channels including BBC, NBC, and FOX. This theatrical background brings a strong narrative and energy into his visual works. Why choose Retne’s art: • Nearly 2,000 original paintings sold exclusively on Catawiki • Paintings in private collections across Europe • Exhibited in Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, Berlin, and Rome • Trained in Modern Art at MoMA (New York) • Each artwork is signed and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity • Professional packaging and worldwide shipping Retne’s artworks are bold, symbolic, and emotionally charged — perfect for collectors, interior spaces, or anyone seeking powerful visual stories.
Era
After 2000
Sold with frame
No
Artist
Arvydas Gaiciunas (Retne)
Title of artwork
Kriola N-4- XXL
Technique
Acrylic, Acrilico Gold, UV gloss varnish on Canvas
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Lithuania
Year
2023
Edition
Original Abstract Painting
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
136 cm
Width
152 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
Weight
1.5 kg
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
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