Gauntlet Gallery — Sandra Chevrier Print Index
La Cage Et Le Murmure des Amoureux
Summary
"La Cage et le murmure des amoureux" ("Whisper of Lovers") is a 2023 hybrid print combining an archival pigment print on 410gsm Somerset paper with a 7-colour screen print, sized 76 x 74 cm in an edition of 195. It merges giclée and screen-print techniques in a single work.
Why It Matters
The combination of an archival pigment base with a 7-colour screen-print overlay is a technically distinctive approach, uniting the tonal depth of a giclée with the crisp, layered ink of screen printing. The near-square 76 x 74 cm format and the intimate "Whisper of Lovers" theme give it a quiet, romantic register.
Collector Perspective
Hybrid pigment-and-screen prints offer a best-of-both-worlds appeal that collectors appreciate for their production complexity. The heavy 410gsm Somerset stock is a premium substrate, and the edition of 195, while larger, is offset by the multi-process construction. The romantic theme broadens its appeal for display in intimate settings.
Historical Context
Chevrier's willingness to blend print methods in a single edition reflects the experimental streak running through the Cages series. By layering screen-printed colour over a pigment print, she achieves surface effects neither technique delivers alone, a hybrid approach that distinguishes select works within her 2023 output.
FAQ
How is this print made?
It combines an archival pigment print with a 7-colour screen print on 410gsm Somerset paper, a hybrid technique.
What does the subtitle mean?
"Le murmure des amoureux" translates to "whisper of lovers," giving it a romantic theme.
What is the edition size?
The edition is 195.
What are the dimensions?
It measures 76 x 74 cm, a near-square format.
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.