SEEN (Richard Mirando)

SEEN, born Richard Mirando in 1961 in the Bronx, New York, is widely regarded as the 'Godfather of Graffiti' for his pioneering role in the New York City subway graffiti movement of the 1970s and 1980s. Known for his wildstyle lettering and elaborate character-driven murals on subway trains, SEEN helped elevate graffiti from street vandalism to a recognized fine art form. His work has transitioned seamlessly from the streets to galleries and auction houses worldwide, bridging the gap between urban culture and the contemporary art market.