Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
Songs Of Freedom
Summary
Songs Of Freedom is a ten-color screen print from 2020 measuring 45 x 45 inches, released in an edition of 75. Created for Bob Marley's 75th birthday, it renders the reggae legend's portrait assembled from images of broken records, a visual pun on music and legacy.
Why It Matters
The broken-record construction is conceptually rich: it builds a face out of the very medium that carried the artist's songs, suggesting both fragility and permanence. At 45 inches square and ten colors, it is one of the most ambitious and visually dense prints in this group.
Collector Perspective
The large 45 x 45 format and ten-color build make this a statement piece, and the tie to Marley's 75th birthday gives it a clear thematic hook for music collectors. With an edition of 75, verify the pencil signature and numbering, and account for the demands of framing at this size.
Historical Context
Released in 2020 to mark Bob Marley's 75th birthday, Songs Of Freedom sits within Mr. Brainwash's music-tribute tradition. Portrait-from-fragments compositions recur across his celebrity homages, using the subject's own cultural materials to reconstruct their image.
FAQ
Who is depicted?
The print portrays Bob Marley, made for his 75th birthday celebration.
How is the portrait constructed?
Marley's face is composed of images of broken records, a music-themed visual device.
What is the edition size?
It is a ten-color screen print in an edition of 75.
What are the dimensions?
The print measures 45 x 45 inches, a large square format.
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.