Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
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Summary
A 2020 silkscreen on torn archival paper at 30 x 22 inches, editioned at 50 with 8 APs. The vertical format and hand-torn edges frame a title that affectionately nods to the dog as an artist's companion, a warm, personable subject rendered in Mr Brainwash's characteristically upbeat pop manner.
Why It Matters
The edition of 50 places this among the tighter runs in the artist's catalog, and the torn-edge archival paper signals a hands-on studio release. The affectionate, relatable subject broadens its appeal beyond celebrity-driven works, and its 2020 date situates it within a body of prints that leaned into comfort and companionship themes.
Collector Perspective
Dog imagery has broad, cross-audience appeal, making this an approachable acquisition for newer collectors while the limited run of 50 supports its standing. The vertical 30 x 22 format suits a range of walls. Torn-edge condition is central to value, so buyers should confirm the deckled borders are undisturbed.
Historical Context
2020 saw many artists produce work reflecting themes of comfort, home, and companionship amid a period of global disruption. Mr Brainwash's warm, dog-centered subject fits that moment, extending his optimistic pop vocabulary toward the domestic and the tender rather than the celebrity spectacle of his earlier signature pieces.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
A limited edition of 50 plus 8 APs.
What is the medium and finish?
Silkscreen on torn archival paper, with hand-finished deckled edges.
How large is it?
30 x 22 inches, a vertical format.
What is the subject?
The title celebrates the dog as an artist's companion, a warm and relatable theme.
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.