Gauntlet Gallery — Sandra Chevrier Print Index
La Cage; Briser Les Chaînes
Summary
La Cage; Briser Les Chaînes, 'breaking the chains,' is a 2020 giclee print on 300 gram Moab paper in an XL format of 44.4 by 36 inches. Signed and numbered in an edition of 25, its title evokes liberation, a fitting counterpoint to the confinement imagery central to Chevrier's Cages series.
Why It Matters
The large XL format at an edition of 25 positions this as a substantial statement print without reaching the ultra-scarce single-digit runs. The theme of breaking free directly engages the series' core tension between cage and release, giving the work thematic clarity alongside its imposing scale.
Collector Perspective
An edition of 25 in XL format offers presence and relative scarcity in one acquisition. Confirm signature, numbering out of 25, and the 300 gram Moab stock. At 44.4 by 36 inches the print anchors a wall; framing and handling should account for its size and heavyweight paper.
Historical Context
'Breaking the chains' names the emancipatory impulse implicit throughout the Cages project, where comic panels both shield and imprison the female subject. Produced in 2020 in Chevrier's larger XL format, it reflects her practice of scaling up key compositions for collectors seeking maximum visual impact.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
It is a signed and numbered edition of 25.
How large is the XL format?
It measures 44.4 by 36 inches.
What does the title mean?
'Briser les chaînes' translates as 'breaking the chains.'
What paper is used?
300 gram Moab archival paper.
About the Artist
Sandra Chevrier is a Canadian contemporary artist based in Montreal, best known for her ongoing series La Cage, in which she paints delicate female portraits partially overlaid with comic-book imagery. The superhero panels function as a metaphorical "cage," exploring the pressures, expectations, and idealized roles imposed on women. Her mixed-media works combine painting, drawing, and vintage comic collage, and she has exhibited internationally and collaborated on projects including a notable series with Hendrik Beikirch. Chevrier's editioned prints translate her intimate, layered originals to a wider collector audience.
Collecting Sandra Chevrier at Gauntlet Gallery
How do I start collecting Sandra Chevrier?
Signed, numbered giclee and screenprint editions from her La Cage series are the primary entry point, with hand-embellished editions and unique paintings at the higher end. Look for strong facial detail and clean comic-collage layering. Gauntlet Gallery prioritizes well-preserved impressions with complete signing.
How is authenticity documented?
Chevrier works are sold with documented studio provenance and the artist's signature and numbering. We photograph the exact piece you receive, including the signature and edition details, so authenticity can be verified before purchase.
What drives Sandra Chevrier's value?
Medium (originals and hand-embellished editions over open prints), edition size, iconic imagery from La Cage, condition, and documented provenance are the key value drivers. Unique and low-numbered embellished works carry the strongest premiums.