Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
B-Line (New York Is Beautiful) (First Edition)
Summary
B-Line (New York Is Beautiful), 2016, is a silkscreen on paper measuring roughly 22.75 x 30.25 inches in an edition of 125. Signed and numbered, it was released as an exclusive with Taglialatella Galleries, tying Mr. Brainwash's optimistic urban message to a specific New York gallery partnership.
Why It Matters
The 'New York Is Beautiful' theme is a hallmark of Mr. Brainwash's civic boosterism, and the Taglialatella exclusivity gives this edition a documented, single-source provenance that collectors value. Gallery-exclusive releases like this one carry a cleaner distribution history than his open studio drops.
Collector Perspective
The Taglialatella exclusive status is a provenance asset: confirm gallery documentation where possible. At an edition of 125 in a standard upright format, this is an accessible entry into the artist's New York-themed work. Signed and numbered, with no thumbprint or hand-finishing noted for this release.
Historical Context
Mr. Brainwash has long paired city names with the word 'beautiful' as an affirmational street-art gesture, and New York recurs frequently in his output. The 2016 Taglialatella partnership placed this optimistic message within an established Manhattan print gallery known for pop and street editions.
FAQ
What makes this edition exclusive?
It was released exclusively through Taglialatella Galleries, giving it a single documented distribution source.
Is it hand-finished?
The listing describes it as a silkscreen, signed and numbered; no hand-finishing or thumbprint is noted for this release.
How large is the edition?
It is an edition of 125.
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.