Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
Freedom Art
Summary
Freedom Art (First Edition, 2024) is a 12-color, hand-finished screenprint on archival paper with deckled edges at 30 x 22 inches, issued in an edition of 75 plus an AP edition of 7. Signed and thumb-printed, the hand-finishing gives each impression unique elements.
Why It Matters
Hand-finishing distinguishes this from purely mechanical editions — every sheet carries individual, artist-applied touches, a feature collectors value. The 'Freedom' theme ties into Mr Brainwash's message-driven, aspirational vocabulary, and 12 colors deliver a layered, vivid composition.
Collector Perspective
Because it is hand-finished, no two impressions are identical, adding individuality within the edition of 75. The AP run of 7 is small. Confirm the hand-finishing, thumbprint, signature, and COA. The 30 x 22 vertical sheet frames conventionally and displays well as a solo statement.
Historical Context
Aspirational, freedom-themed slogans recur across Mr Brainwash's populist practice. Dated 2024, Freedom Art combines that messaging with the hand-finishing technique he reserves for more elevated editions.
FAQ
What does hand-finished mean here?
The artist applies unique hand-worked elements to each impression, so no two are exactly alike.
How large is the edition?
75 impressions plus an AP edition of 7.
How many colors?
It is a 12-color screenprint on deckled-edge archival paper.
How is it authenticated?
Signed and thumb-printed by the artist with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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.