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Discobolus
Summary
From the 2021 Rubik's Cube art-history series, 'Discobolus' is a ten-color screenprint at 16 x 16 inches in an edition of 50. It reworks Myron's celebrated ancient Greek discus-thrower into blocky, puzzle-cube color fields, offered individually or as part of the Standard and Unique Edition portfolios.
Why It Matters
The Discobolus is one of the most reproduced sculptures in Western art, so its pixelated reinterpretation carries immediate recognition and conceptual punch. As part of a cohesive series it gains context, while the ten-color build and edition of 50 secure its status as a limited, collectible individual sheet.
Collector Perspective
The athletic subject and famous source make this an appealing pick for buyers assembling the series or seeking a single recognizable image. The 16-inch square is well suited to salon-style grouping. At 50 impressions the run is comparatively tight, and portfolio-complete sets typically hold stronger collector interest than isolated singles.
Historical Context
Myron's Discobolus, known through Roman marble copies, has symbolized athletic ideal and classical proportion for millennia. Translating it into Rubik's Cube blocks is a characteristic Mr Brainwash gesture, fusing the gravitas of antiquity with a 1970s puzzle toy to comment on how cultural icons are endlessly remixed.
FAQ
Who is the Discobolus?
It references Myron's ancient Greek statue of a discus-thrower, an enduring symbol of athletic form.
Is it part of a set?
Yes, it belongs to the 2021 Rubik's Cube-themed art-history series, sold singly or in portfolios.
What is the edition size?
An edition of 50 at 16 x 16 inches.
How many colors?
Ten colors, screenprinted.
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.