Gauntlet Gallery — Sandra Chevrier Print Index
La Cage, Une Envie De Crime (First Edition)
Summary
"La Cage, une envie de crime" ("a desire for crime") is a 2024 hand-signed screen print in an edition of 150. Built from 24 colours on 330gsm Somerset paper at 90 x 59 cm, it represents Chevrier working in her most labor-intensive medium, where each hue is laid down as a separate pass.
Why It Matters
Screen prints occupy a distinct place in Chevrier's output: the 24-colour registration produces the dense, saturated comic surfaces that giclées can only reproduce. This piece demonstrates the technical ambition behind the Cages series, where the medium itself echoes the layered, fragmented visual logic of the imagery.
Collector Perspective
A signed screen print on Somerset at this colour count carries more studio-process value than a standard giclée, which collectors weigh when comparing editions of similar size. The edition of 150 is moderate, and the physical qualities of true screen printing, including tactile ink layering, tend to reward in-person viewing and framed display.
Historical Context
Chevrier's screen-print editions are frequently produced with specialist print houses, aligning her with the contemporary urban and pop-print tradition. The 24-colour Somerset format places this work alongside her other flagship screen prints, a format she reserves for compositions warranting the extra production complexity.
FAQ
How is this different from her giclée prints?
This is a hand-pulled 24-colour screen print, meaning each colour is applied as a separate physical layer, versus a giclée which is a digital pigment print.
Is it signed?
Yes, it is signed by the artist and issued in an edition of 150.
What does the title translate to?
"Une envie de crime" means "a desire for crime," adding a darker undercurrent to the Cages motif.
What are the dimensions?
It measures 90 x 59 cm on 330gsm Somerset 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.