Gauntlet Gallery — Sandra Chevrier Print Index
La Cage Et Tout Ce Que Je Suis
Summary
A 2017 screen print from Sandra Chevrier's ongoing La Cage series, produced as a 24-colour edition on 330 gsm Somerset paper at roughly 76 x 74 cm. The near-square format and dense colour count place it among the more technically ambitious sheets in her editioned output, signed and numbered in an edition of 125.
Why It Matters
The title translates roughly to "The cage and all that I am," foregrounding the identity theme that runs through Chevrier's practice. As a 24-colour screen print rather than a giclée, it demonstrates the artist committing her collaged comic-book imagery to a labour-intensive silkscreen process, a format collectors tend to prize for its hand-pulled depth.
Collector Perspective
At an edition of 125 on heavyweight Somerset stock, this sits in the accessible-but-limited band of Chevrier's screen prints. The 24-colour build is a meaningful talking point when comparing sheets, and the artist's signature and numbering are the core authentication anchors here. Condition on the deckle and corners matters given the large near-square sheet.
Historical Context
By 2017 Chevrier's cage motif — female faces overlaid with fragmented Golden Age comic panels — was well established through gallery print releases in Europe and North America. This edition belongs to that mature phase, when her screen prints grew more colour-saturated and complex than the earlier giclée releases of 2014–2016.
FAQ
What printing process was used?
It is a 24-colour screen print (silkscreen) on 330 gsm Somerset paper, not a digital giclée.
How large is the edition?
The edition is 125, with each sheet signed and numbered by the artist.
What does the title mean?
It translates roughly as "The cage and all that I am," tying to Chevrier's recurring themes of identity and containment.
How can I authenticate it?
Look for the artist's hand signature and edition number; there are no other required authentication chains for Chevrier prints.
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.