Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
Magnificent Ali (Pink)
Summary
Magnificent Ali (Pink) is a 2017 one-color screen print hand-finished with paint on hand-torn archival paper, editioned to 25. In a vertical 48.5 x 35.5 orientation, it depicts Muhammad Ali in a pink-keyed variant, part of Mr. Brainwash's expansive Ali suite where each single-layer print is completed by hand to yield an individual result.
Why It Matters
The edition of 25 places Magnificent Ali among the scarcer titles in the series, and the portrait orientation sets it apart from the landscape variants. Hand-finishing ensures uniqueness, and the pink colorway targets collectors seeking a warmer, high-contrast presentation of the icon.
Collector Perspective
The vertical format changes how the piece frames and hangs relative to its landscape siblings—worth noting for set-builders. With 25 examples, condition and the quality of hand-applied paint are decisive. Confirm signature, numbering, and reverse thumbprint before purchase.
Historical Context
Issued as part of the 2017 Ali tributes following the boxer's 2016 passing, Magnificent Ali belongs to a run of variants sharing a common image but differing in color and orientation. It reflects Mr. Brainwash's habit of producing multiple colorways to broaden collector access.
FAQ
What orientation is Magnificent Ali?
It is vertical, at 48.5 x 35.5 inches, distinguishing it from the landscape Ali variants.
How many were made?
The edition is 25.
Is each impression unique?
Yes, it is hand-finished with paint over a one-color screen print.
How is authenticity shown?
By the signature, numbering, and thumbprint on the back.
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.