Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
Harley
Summary
Harley, 2016, is a seven-colour screenprint on hand-torn archival paper, signed and numbered, in an edition of 150 at 30 x 22.5 inches. Released to coincide with the film Suicide Squad, it draws on the Harley Quinn character to link Mr. Brainwash's pop iconography to a major 2016 cinema event.
Why It Matters
This is a film-tie-in print, part of Mr. Brainwash's pattern of timing releases to blockbuster movie moments. The seven-colour build gives it real chromatic depth, and the pop-culture subject makes it a crossover piece appealing to collectors of the character as much as the artist.
Collector Perspective
At an edition of 150 this is one of the more available 2016 releases, which keeps it accessible for newer collectors. The upright 30 x 22.5 inch format and rich seven-colour registration reward close viewing. Signed and numbered on hand-torn archival paper; check the deckle edges and colour registration.
Historical Context
Mr. Brainwash has repeatedly released prints alongside film premieres, and Harley belongs to that tradition, tied to the 2016 release of Suicide Squad. The approach reflects his broader practice of mining contemporary popular culture for immediately recognisable subject matter.
FAQ
What film inspired this print?
It was released in celebration of the 2016 film Suicide Squad, drawing on its Harley Quinn character.
How many colours are in the print?
It is a seven-colour screenprint on hand-torn archival paper.
What is the edition size?
The edition is 150, 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.