Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
M=bw² - Collage
Summary
M=bw² - Collage (2024) is a 13-color screenprint on archival paper with deckled edges, offered at 22 x 30 inches in an edition of 79 plus 10 APs and 36 x 48 inches in an edition of 18 plus 5 APs. Signed and thumb-printed, its Einstein-formula title frames a layered collage composition.
Why It Matters
The 'M=bw²' conceit rewrites E=mc² with the artist's own MBW initials — a witty branding gesture typical of Mr Brainwash. The collage subject showcases his signature layering across 13 colors, and the small large-format run of 18 offers a scarcer collecting tier.
Collector Perspective
The 36 x 48 edition of 18 plus 5 APs is the scarce statement format; the 22 x 30 run of 79 is the accessible entry. Confirm size, numbering, thumbprint, and COA. The self-referential title makes this a conceptually distinctive pick within the artist's catalogue.
Historical Context
Mr Brainwash routinely folds his own MBW branding into art-historical and scientific references, and 'M=bw²' is a clear example. Dated 2024, it pairs with the plain Collage release in his layered-technique output.
FAQ
What does the title mean?
It puns on Einstein's E=mc², substituting the artist's MBW initials — a self-referential branding gesture.
What sizes exist?
22 x 30 inches (edition of 79 + 10 AP) and 36 x 48 inches (edition of 18 + 5 AP).
How many colors?
It is a 13-color screenprint on deckled-edge archival paper.
How is it authenticated?
Signed and thumb-printed by the artist with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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.