Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
King Of Rock (Gold)
Summary
King Of Rock (Gold) is a 2017 nine-color screen print on archival paper, editioned to 50 at 50 x 38 inches. Available in two variants, this gold colorway presents an Elvis-associated rock-and-roll subject in Mr. Brainwash's densely layered pop style, one of his larger and more color-intensive productions.
Why It Matters
A nine-color build on a 50 x 38 sheet marks King Of Rock as an ambitious, large-scale print. The gold colorway lends a premium, celebratory tone, and the edition of 50 keeps it limited. The rock-and-roll theme sits squarely in MBW's music-icon territory, appealing to collectors of the genre's imagery.
Collector Perspective
The large 50-inch format is a statement piece requiring substantial wall space and careful framing. Two variants give collectors a choice; the gold version reads as the more luxurious option. Confirm signature, numbering, and the reverse thumbprint, and inspect the nine-color registration.
Historical Context
Rock-and-roll royalty—Elvis Presley foremost—has been a fixture of pop art since Warhol's silver Elvis works of the early 1960s. Mr. Brainwash's King Of Rock continues that celebration of music icons, using a gold treatment to underscore the regal theme implied by the title.
FAQ
How many colors does King Of Rock use?
It is a nine-color screen print, among his more complex productions.
How large is it?
It measures 50 x 38 inches.
Are there other variants?
Yes, it was released in two variants, including this gold colorway.
What is the edition size?
The edition is 50, signed, numbered, and thumbprinted on the reverse.
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.