Gauntlet Gallery — Sandra Chevrier Print Index
La Cage Et Les Deux Âmes
Summary
La Cage et les deux âmes — "The cage of the two souls" — is a 2016 screen print built from 21 colours on 350 gsm Somerset paper with a deckle edge, measuring 100 x 71 cm. Signed by the artists in an edition of 300, it is among Chevrier's larger silkscreen productions.
Why It Matters
The 21-colour build and generous 100 x 71 cm sheet make this a technically substantial screen print, while the deckle edge signals fine-art paper handling. The "two souls" title points to duality — a recurring undercurrent in Chevrier's fusion of the female portrait with masculine superhero imagery.
Collector Perspective
At an edition of 300 this is one of the more widely distributed Chevrier screen prints, keeping it relatively attainable. The deckle edge and 21-colour process are quality markers to preserve; framing should protect the untrimmed edge. The artists' signatures are the authentication anchor here.
Historical Context
Released in 2016, this large-format silkscreen reflects Chevrier's move toward complex multi-colour screen printing on premium Somerset stock. The larger edition of 300 broadened access to her cage imagery, while the deckle-edge presentation aligned the print with traditional fine-art printmaking conventions.
FAQ
How many colours in the print?
It is a 21-colour screen print on 350 gsm Somerset paper.
What is the edition size?
The edition is 300, signed by the artists.
What does the title mean?
"La Cage et les deux âmes" translates as "The cage of the two souls."
What is the deckle edge?
It is the untrimmed, feathered paper edge characteristic of fine-art stock, which should be preserved in framing.
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.