Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
Stella Spray
Summary
Stella Spray, 2016, is a screenprint on paper measuring 22.5 x 22 inches, signed and numbered, in an exclusive edition of just 25. The very small run makes it one of the scarcer Mr. Brainwash releases from this period, defined more by its rarity than by scale or colour complexity.
Why It Matters
An edition of 25 is unusually tight for Mr. Brainwash, whose runs frequently reach into the hundreds. That scarcity is the central collector consideration: with so few impressions in existence, availability on the secondary market is limited and each surviving example carries proportionally more weight.
Collector Perspective
Scarcity is the headline. At 25 impressions, this sits among the artist's harder-to-source 2016 editions, so opportunities to acquire one are infrequent. The compact near-square format suits intimate display. Signed and numbered; verify the low edition number placement and overall sheet condition given the limited supply.
Historical Context
Mr. Brainwash periodically issued tightly limited 'exclusive' editions alongside his larger runs, and Stella Spray is one such release. The spray-paint aesthetic references his street-art roots, applied within a controlled, low-count studio edition that stands apart from his mass-produced drops.
FAQ
Why is this edition notable?
At only 25 impressions it is one of the smaller Mr. Brainwash editions from 2016, making it comparatively scarce.
What are its dimensions?
It measures 22.5 x 22 inches on paper.
Is it signed?
Yes, each impression is signed and numbered by the artist.
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.