Lionel Messi — Leo
$2.00 · Limited Edition 2/222
About the Work
Limited and highly coveted edition ofRency Arton a genuine two-dollar bill, dedicated to the greatest soccer player in history. Each example is numbered,Hand-signed by the artistand includes an original inscription “Leo 2022” traced on the reverse.
This giclée work combines the rebellious spirit of graffiti and pop art with officially recognized legal tender, creating a truly unique piece. Rency's vibrant colors and distinctive style transform the two-dollar bill into a collector's item that speaks to the tradition of thestreet artanonymous.
Rency is an elusive, highly sought-after figure in the street-art world who remains anonymous in the tradition of other celebrated urban artists. The edition is limited to 222 examples numbered 1 through 222; numbers were originally assigned at random, making each piece a distinct example within the series.
The Notophilia copy is preserved in perfect condition. These works are usually presented in a transparent display carrier (approx. 6" × 3") to protect and display the piece.
Obverse
- Portrait of Lionel Messi:Vibrantly colored pop art giclée on the genuine two-dollar bill, with Rency's signature aesthetic.
- Phrase “Life is Beautiful”:part of the artist's thematic series combining motivational phrases with pop iconography.
- Pop art graffiti colors:intense palette superimposed on the original intaglio design of the legal tender bill.
Reverse
- Inscription “Leo 2022”:dedication drawn by hand by the artist on the back of the bill.
- Rency Signature:personally hand signed by the artist.
- Edition numbering:numbered copy within the limited edition of 222 pieces.
Sources
- Descriptive material from the original distributor of the Lionel Messi Rency Art $2 Bill edition
- Private collection Notofilia.com