Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
iHitchcock (Red)
Summary
iHitchcock (Red) is a 2017 six-color screen print on hand-torn archival paper, hand-finished with paint and editioned to 40 at 36.5 x 36.5 inches. Available in four color variants, it presents director Alfred Hitchcock in Mr. Brainwash's pop treatment, combining a multi-color printed base with individual hand embellishment in this red colorway.
Why It Matters
The combination of a six-color print base and hand-finishing sets iHitchcock apart from MBW's straight screen prints, and the edition of 40 keeps it limited. Hitchcock is a less common portrait subject than the artist's musicians and athletes, giving this a distinctive place in the catalog for collectors of film and cinema culture.
Collector Perspective
The square 36.5-inch format and hand-finish make each red impression individual—evaluate the applied paint per sheet. With four colorways and only 40 per, set-builders have options but limited supply. Confirm signature, numbering, and the reverse thumbprint before purchase.
Historical Context
Alfred Hitchcock is one of cinema's most recognizable auteurs, and the 'i' prefix nods to contemporary tech-era branding, a wry MBW twist. Portraying a film director extends the artist's roster of cultural icons beyond music and sport into the world of classic Hollywood.
FAQ
How many color variants exist?
It was released in four color variants, including this red version.
Is it hand-finished?
Yes, it is a six-color screen print hand-finished with paint.
What is the edition size?
The edition is 40.
What are the dimensions?
It is a square print, 36.5 x 36.5 inches.
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.