Gauntlet Gallery — Sandra Chevrier Print Index
La Cage Et L`Intranquilite (XL)
Summary
La Cage et l'Intranquilité (XL) is a 2017 extra-large giclée measuring 86 x 112 cm in an edition of just 5. The tiny run and oversized format make it one of the rarest sheets in Chevrier's editioned catalogue, a statement-scale rendering of her signature cage portrait.
Why It Matters
An edition of 5 is exceptionally small even by Chevrier's standards, elevating this XL sheet into the rarest tier of her prints. The title — evoking "disquiet" or "unrest" — reinforces the psychological charge of the cage motif, here delivered at near-metre scale for maximum presence.
Collector Perspective
With only five impressions, availability is extremely constrained; each sale is a notable event within the catalogue. The XL format is a defining feature and a framing consideration. Signature and edition number are the authentication anchors, and provenance chains tend to be short given how few exist.
Historical Context
Chevrier periodically released oversized XL versions of cage compositions in micro-editions, and this 2017 sheet is a prime example. These runs of five or ten were made for collectors wanting the impact of her large paintings in editioned form, and they remain the scarcest category of her print output.
FAQ
How rare is this print?
The edition is only 5, placing it among the rarest works in Chevrier's editioned catalogue.
What does XL indicate?
It marks an extra-large format, here 86 x 112 cm, larger than her standard giclée releases.
What does the title mean?
"L'Intranquilité" evokes disquiet or unrest, reinforcing the psychological tension of the cage series.
Is it signed?
Chevrier's editioned prints are signed and numbered; the number confirms its place in the run of 5.
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.