Gauntlet Gallery — Retna Print Index
Brimstone X
Work Summary & Collector Notes
Brimstone X, 2010, is a five-color serigraph published and printed by Modern Multiples for RETNA's 'Desaturated' exhibition at New Image Gallery in West Hollywood. The tall, narrow 59 x 22 inch format and edition of 16 make it a distinctive vertical companion within the Brimstone series.
Collector notes: First Edition; saved release record states an edition size of 16. Edition-specific signature, numbering, and stamp details were not stated in the saved release record. Verify signing and numbering against a documented example of this edition.
Why It Matters
Tied directly to the 'Desaturated' show, Brimstone X carries clear exhibition provenance and the Modern Multiples printing pedigree. The elongated 59 x 22 format is unusual and lets RETNA's script cascade as a vertical column. An edition of 16 places it firmly in scarce territory.
Collector Perspective
Exhibition-linked provenance from 'Desaturated' and a small edition of 16 give Brimstone X strong collector appeal. The narrow vertical format suits specific display spaces and pairs naturally with its companion, Brimstone M. Confirm the Modern Multiples publication details and edition numbering when acquiring.
Historical Context
Produced in 2010 for the 'Desaturated' exhibition at New Image Gallery, Brimstone X belongs to RETNA's early gallery-show editions as he transitioned from street work to formal exhibitions. Modern Multiples, the LA atelier, anchored this period of his serigraphy output.
Documented Release Details
- Object type
- Editioned screenprint
- Release date
- 2010
- Release-date note
- Catalog-listed release year from the saved secondary record; primary release-page confirmation remains pending.
- Medium and materials
- Screen Print; catalog dimensions 59 x 22 inches; This is a 5 color serigraph published and printed by Modern Multiples for RETNA's "Desaturated" show at New Image Gallery in West Hollywood (2010).
- Edition details
- First Edition; saved release record states an edition size of 16.
- Signature and marks
- Edition-specific signature, numbering, and stamp details were not stated in the saved release record. Verify signing and numbering against a documented example of this edition.
Documented History and Meaning
History note: This page treats Retna's broader career as background context, not proof that this specific edition belongs to any single exhibition or event. Release-level facts here come from a saved secondary catalog record.
Meaning / interpretation: Read as documented context rather than stated intent: Produced in 2010 for the 'Desaturated' exhibition at New Image Gallery, Brimstone X belongs to RETNA's early gallery-show editions as he transitioned from street work to formal exhibitions. This is an interpretive reading of the release context, not a statement of the artist's intent for this specific work. This interpretive note follows the cited artist or publisher context.
Release context: The saved catalog lists 2010 and attributes the edition to New Image Art. The saved description also notes: This is a 5 color serigraph published and printed by Modern Multiples for RETNA's "Desaturated" show at New Image Gallery in West Hollywood (2010).
Authentication, Presentation and Provenance
- Original presentation
- Original packaging or presentation was not documented in the release sources reviewed.
- Authentication note
- Compare the support, dimensions, edition number, and signature against a documented example of this edition. Gauntlet Gallery does not authenticate works purchased from third parties.
- Provenance note
- Edition origin is attributed in the saved record to New Image Art. That does not establish the ownership history of an individual copy: retain the original invoice, reseller or gallery paperwork, labels, correspondence, and condition photographs.
Sources and Verification
Verification status: Secondary catalog snapshot; artist-level context added
- Saved release record — Art Collectorz · secondary catalog snapshot · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Starting record for title, year, edition, dimensions, medium, and release description. Primary confirmation against the original release page remains pending.
- Retna — Wikipedia · reference encyclopedia · Accessed 2026-07-13 · General artist-level biographical and career reference.
- RETNA (Q16218751) — Wikidata · reference knowledge base · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Structured identifier used for the artist across catalog metadata.
FAQ
What exhibition is this print tied to?
It was made for RETNA's 'Desaturated' show at New Image Gallery in West Hollywood (2010).
Who printed it?
It was published and printed by Modern Multiples.
What is the edition size?
The edition is 16.
What is unusual about the format?
Its tall, narrow 59 x 22 inch proportions create a vertical column of script.
