Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
Love On
Summary
"Love On" is a 2018 five-color screen print on hand-torn archival art paper, issued in an edition of 125 at 32 x 32 inches. Each print is signed and numbered, and finished on the reverse with Mr. Brainwash's characteristic thumbprint, a hallmark authentication device he applies across his editions.
Why It Matters
The square format and layered five-color build make "Love On" a fuller-color statement within the artist's love-message series. The verso thumbprint is a signature gesture that collectors associate with Mr. Brainwash's editions, functioning both as a personal mark and as a point of verification.
Collector Perspective
At 125 impressions, this is one of the more available editions in the group, which keeps it within reach for newer collectors. The signature, numbering, and reverse thumbprint should all be present and consistent; their absence is a red flag. The larger square size suits a centered display.
Historical Context
Love has been Mr. Brainwash's most repeated theme since he emerged into the art world following "Exit Through the Gift Shop." The thumbprint, applied to the back of many of his prints, has become a recognizable feature of his practice and part of how the market identifies his hand-touched editions.
FAQ
Is the print signed?
Yes, each impression is signed and numbered, with a thumbprint on the back.
How many were made?
The edition size is 125.
How many colors are used?
It is a five-color screen print.
What is the significance of the thumbprint?
The verso thumbprint is a recurring Mr. Brainwash device applied across many of his editions.
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.