Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
Venus
Summary
A 2021 entry in the Rubik's Cube art-history series, 'Venus' is a ten-color screenprint at 16 x 16 inches in an edition of 50. It reimagines a classical Venus, likely echoing Botticelli's or the antique Venus tradition, as puzzle-cube pixels, available individually or within the Standard and Unique portfolios.
Why It Matters
Venus is among the most enduring subjects in Western art, giving this print instant thematic resonance within the series. The ten-color screenprint technique and edition of 50 make it a limited object, and its recognizable goddess-of-love subject broadens its appeal beyond dedicated series collectors.
Collector Perspective
The universally familiar Venus subject makes this a strong standalone choice as well as a series component. Its 16-inch square format supports grid hanging with companions, and complete portfolios carry a premium of coherence. With 50 impressions, availability is more limited than the artist's larger single releases.
Historical Context
From ancient marbles to Botticelli's Renaissance masterpiece, Venus has embodied beauty and love across art history. Rendering her in Rubik's Cube pixels is a signature Mr Brainwash mash-up, collapsing centuries of idealized imagery into a playful, contemporary puzzle-toy grammar consistent with his broader remix practice.
FAQ
Which Venus does it reference?
It evokes the broad Venus tradition in Western art rather than a single named work, reinterpreted in cube-pixel form.
Is it part of a series?
Yes, the 2021 Rubik's Cube art-history set, sold individually or in portfolios.
What is the edition size?
An edition of 50 at 16 x 16 inches.
How many colors?
Ten colors.
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.