Gauntlet Gallery — Retna Print Index
Vagos Y Reinas
Work Summary & Collector Notes
Vagos Y Reinas, 2009, is the exhibition print from the Mac & RETNA collaboration — a two-color metallic serigraph on Stonehenge Black 320gsm 100% cotton archival paper, measuring 23 x 29 inches in a numbered edition of 40, signed by the artists. The black ground makes the metallic inks glow.
Collector notes: The saved release record describes: Numbered edition of 40. The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature against a documented example of this edition.
Why It Matters
This is a documented collaboration between RETNA and fellow LA artist Mac, produced as an exhibition print. The metallic inks on Stonehenge Black stock create a dramatic contrast rarely seen in RETNA's more conventional white-paper editions. An edition of 40 keeps it scarce while remaining findable.
Collector Perspective
The Mac & RETNA collaboration and the striking metallic-on-black presentation give Vagos Y Reinas a distinct look within RETNA holdings. At 23 x 29 inches in an edition of 40, it offers moderate accessibility. Collectors should confirm both artists' signatures and inspect the metallic ink surface, which can show handling marks.
Historical Context
Dated 2009, Vagos Y Reinas — loosely 'vagabonds and queens' — reflects RETNA's collaborative roots in the Los Angeles art scene before his international breakout. The Spanish title and metallic aesthetic tie the work to the cultural and street influences foundational to his practice.
Documented Release Details
- Object type
- Editioned screenprint
- Release date
- 2009
- 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 29 x 23 inches; 2 Color Serigraph (Metallic); Printed on Stonehenge Black 320gsm 100% Cotton; Archival Paper.
- Edition details
- The saved release record describes: Numbered edition of 40.
- Signature and marks
- The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature 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: Dated 2009, Vagos Y Reinas — loosely 'vagabonds and queens' — reflects RETNA's collaborative roots in the Los Angeles art scene before his international breakout. 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 2009 and attributes the edition to Husk Industries. The saved description also notes: The Mac & Retna "Vagos y Reinas" Exhibition Print.
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 Husk Industries. 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
Who collaborated on this print?
It is the exhibition print from the Mac & RETNA collaboration, signed by both artists.
What is distinctive about the printing?
It uses two metallic colors on Stonehenge Black cotton paper for a glowing effect.
What is the edition size?
The numbered edition is 40.
What are the dimensions?
It measures 23 x 29 inches.
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