Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
All You Need Is He(art) (26 x 32 Inch) (Paper)
Summary
The larger paper format of the 2021 'All You Need Is He(art)' release, this 15-color silkscreen on archival paper measures 26 x 32 inches in an edition of 75 with 5 APs. The elevated screen count and bigger scale amplify the romantic heart motif and Beatles-echoing pun into a more commanding wall statement than its 22-inch counterpart.
Why It Matters
At 15 colors this is among the more screen-intensive Mr Brainwash paper editions of the year, producing dense, saturated layering. The larger footprint gives the affectionate message greater presence, and the edition of 75 keeps supply limited. It sits at the top of the paper hierarchy within a series that also spanned canvas, mirrored acrylic, and metal.
Collector Perspective
Buyers who want the fullest expression of this image on paper favor the 26 x 32 format for its scale and richer color build. Registration across 15 screens is worth inspecting. The AP run of 5 is the scarcer variant, and the piece pairs naturally with the smaller paper version for collectors assembling the format family.
Historical Context
Heart imagery and pop-music references recur throughout Mr Brainwash's love-themed work. Offering a single image across multiple sizes and substrates reflects his studio's editioning model, in which collectors self-select into a tier of scale, material, and scarcity, a structure common to his 2021 releases.
FAQ
How does this differ from the 22-inch paper version?
It is larger at 26 x 32 inches and uses 15 colors rather than nine, giving a bolder, denser result.
What is the edition size?
An edition of 75 with an AP edition of 5.
What substrate is this?
Archival paper; the image also appeared on canvas, mirrored acrylic, and brushed metal.
How many screens were used?
Fifteen colors, one of the higher screen counts among the year's paper editions.
About the Artist
Mr. Brainwash is the pseudonym of Thierry Guetta, a French-born, Los Angeles-based street artist who rose to prominence through Banksy's 2010 documentary Exit Through the Gift Shop. Originally a videographer who filmed street artists including Shepard Fairey and Banksy, Guetta reinvented himself as an artist, staging his ambitious 2008 debut show "Life Is Beautiful" in Los Angeles. His work draws heavily on pop-art appropriation, remixing icons such as Warhol, Einstein, Charlie Chaplin, and spray-paint splatters. He has produced album art and large-scale exhibitions across the U.S. and Europe.
Collecting Mr Brainwash at Gauntlet Gallery
What Mr. Brainwash prints should I buy first?
Start with hand-finished screenprints and stencil works from his named exhibitions, where each impression is signed, numbered, and often uniquely embellished with spray-paint or stamps. Smaller editions and show-related pieces from "Life Is Beautiful" and later gallery runs are the most recognizable entry points. At Gauntlet Gallery we prioritize pieces with clean condition and complete signing.
How is authenticity documented?
Gauntlet Gallery sells Mr. Brainwash works with documented studio provenance and the artist's own signature, numbering, and thumbprint or stamp where present. We photograph the exact piece you receive, including signature and edition details, so what you verify is what ships.
What drives value?
Value is driven by edition size, whether the piece is hand-embellished versus a flat print, subject popularity, condition, and provenance tied to a documented exhibition. Signed, low-numbered, and uniquely finished impressions command the strongest premiums.