Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
The Greatest
Summary
The Greatest is a 2014 first-edition eighteen-color screen print on hand-torn archival art paper, issued in an edition of 70 at 37 by 70 inches. Each monumental sheet is signed, numbered, and carries Mr. Brainwash's verso thumbprint.
Why It Matters
The Greatest is the most ambitious print in the group by both scale and color, an eighteen-color build across a commanding 37 x 70-inch sheet. Its title evokes Muhammad Ali and the mythology of greatness, placing it among MBW's tributes to celebrated cultural figures at a size that rivals a mural.
Collector Perspective
A nearly six-foot-wide sheet demands serious framing, wall space, and handling, and the eighteen-color build represents the top tier of MBW print complexity. Within the edition of 70, collectors should verify the color count, confirm the 37 x 70-inch dimensions and first-edition status, and check signature, numbering, and thumbprint.
Historical Context
The Greatest is closely associated with Muhammad Ali, whose self-declared title became one of sport's most enduring phrases. Mr. Brainwash's large-scale tribute continues his engagement with iconic cultural figures, rendered here at a scale that matches the subject's stature.
FAQ
How large is the print?
The Greatest measures 37 by 70 inches, the largest sheet in this group.
How many colors are used?
It is an eighteen-color screen print, the most complex color build here.
What is the edition size?
It was issued as a first edition of 70, signed and numbered.
What does the title reference?
The title evokes Muhammad Ali, famous for declaring himself 'The Greatest.'
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.