Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
Glitch (Blue)
Summary
From 2018, Glitch (Blue) is a silkscreen on paper measuring 22.5 x 30 inches in an edition of 50. Part of a color trio that also includes pink and red versions, it is signed and numbered and explores a digital-distortion aesthetic within Mr. Brainwash's print output.
Why It Matters
The glitch motif marks a departure from the artist's celebrity and superhero subjects, engaging instead with the visual language of digital error and screen culture. This positions it as a more concept-driven, contemporary entry in his catalog, distinct from the icon-appropriation that defines much of his work.
Collector Perspective
At an edition of 50 per colorway, Glitch sits in the middle of the availability range. The Blue version is one of three in a coordinated set, so collectors sometimes pursue the pink, red, and blue as a triptych. The signed-and-numbered format follows the artist's standard verification approach.
Historical Context
Glitch aesthetics emerged from digital and new-media art as a way of aestheticizing technological failure. By bringing that vocabulary into a traditional silkscreen, Mr. Brainwash bridges analog printmaking and contemporary screen culture, a pairing that reflects broader trends in 2010s art.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
Glitch (Blue) is a silkscreen in an edition of 50, matching the pink and red versions.
What are the dimensions?
Each print measures 22.5 x 30 inches.
Is it part of a set?
Yes, it is one of three colorways: pink, red, and blue.
How is it authenticated?
Each impression is signed and numbered.
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.