Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
Vincent Vandal
Summary
Vincent Vandal (First Edition, 2024) is a large 38 x 50 inch, 19-color, hand-finished screenprint on archival paper with straight edges, issued in an edition of 120 plus 10 artist proofs. Each impression is signed and thumb-printed — a monumental, art-historical mashup piece.
Why It Matters
The punning title fuses Van Gogh with graffiti 'vandal' culture, encapsulating Mr Brainwash's remix of art history and street practice. At 19 colors plus hand-finishing, it is among the most technically involved and largest editions here — each impression carries unique hand-applied elements.
Collector Perspective
Hand-finishing means no two impressions are identical, which collectors prize. The large 38 x 50 scale makes it a centerpiece work, and the straight (rather than deckled) edges suit its poster-scale presence. Confirm the hand-finishing, thumbprint, and COA; the edition of 120 plus 10 APs balances impact with availability.
Historical Context
Mr Brainwash's practice is built on remixing canonical artists, and Vincent Vandal directly invokes Van Gogh through a graffiti lens. Dated 2024, this hand-finished large-format edition reflects his most ambitious production register.
FAQ
What makes each impression unique?
It is hand-finished by the artist, so individual sheets carry unique hand-applied details.
How large and how many colors?
38 x 50 inches, built from 19 colors.
What is the edition size?
120 impressions plus 10 artist proofs.
How is it authenticated?
Signed and thumb-printed by the artist with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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.