Gauntlet Gallery — Sandra Chevrier Print Index
La Cage, L'Amour Et La Folie (First Edition)
Summary
La Cage, L'Amour Et La Folie, 'love and madness,' is a 2020 archival pigment print on 300 gram Moab paper, sized 36 by 44 inches. Signed and numbered in an edition of only 3, it is among the scarcest works in Chevrier's print catalog, pairing large scale with an intensely emotive title.
Why It Matters
With just three impressions, this print reaches the rarest tier Chevrier offers. The evocative theme of love and madness, rendered at a bold 36-by-44 scale on heavyweight Moab stock, makes it a coveted object. Extreme scarcity is the central reason serious collectors pursue this piece.
Collector Perspective
Only three exist, so opportunities to acquire are rare and each impression is significant. Confirm the pencil signature, the numbering out of 3, and the 300 gram Moab paper. The large format is a commanding presence; provenance and condition should be documented carefully given the tiny run.
Historical Context
The pairing of love and madness sits at the heart of Chevrier's Cages inquiry into the emotional cost of idealized femininity. This 2020 micro-edition belongs to the large-format strand she reserves for editions of three, distinguishing it from her broader signed print runs of the same period.
FAQ
How many were made?
It is an edition of only 3.
What are the dimensions?
It measures 36 by 44 inches.
What does the title translate to?
'L'amour et la folie' means 'love and madness.'
What stock is it printed on?
300 gram Moab archival 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.