Gauntlet Gallery — Sandra Chevrier Print Index
La Cage Et L'instant Tragique (XL)
Summary
La Cage et l'instant tragique (XL) is a 2014 extra-large giclée on Moab 300 g paper measuring 120.5 x 60 cm, signed, numbered and stamped in an edition of 10. It is the standalone XL treatment of a composition that also appears within Chevrier's 2014 triptych.
Why It Matters
Rendering the "tragic instant" composition at over 120 cm in an edition of only 10 gives this sheet both scale and scarcity. As a hand-finished XL, it represents the elevated tier of the composition, distinct from its smaller triptych-panel counterpart, and delivers the presence of Chevrier's large paintings in print form.
Collector Perspective
An edition of 10 at XL scale places this among Chevrier's scarcer and more impactful prints. The stamp plus signature and numbering give a robust authentication trail. The large Moab sheet requires careful flat storage and framing; condition on such a big giclée is central to value.
Historical Context
Chevrier issued several 2014 cage compositions in micro-edition XL formats alongside their appearance in the triptych. This hand-finished sheet belongs to that practice, offering wall-scale versions of key images in runs of just ten for collectors seeking maximum impact.
FAQ
What does XL indicate here?
An extra-large format, 120.5 x 60 cm, larger than the triptych-panel version of the same image.
How rare is it?
The edition is only 10, signed, numbered and stamped.
How does it relate to the triptych?
It is the standalone XL treatment of a composition that also appears in Chevrier's 2014 triptych.
What paper is used?
A giclée on Moab 300 g 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.