Gauntlet Gallery — Sandra Chevrier Print Index
The Beginning and the Triumph
Summary
"The Beginning and the Triumph" is a 2023 diptych pairing "La Cage et le commencement" with "La Cage triomphante." Each giclée panel measures 34 x 41.75 inches (86.36 x 106.04 cm), issued in an edition of 25, making this one of Chevrier's largest and rarest print projects.
Why It Matters
Conceived as a two-panel narrative of beginning and triumph, this diptych is unusually ambitious in both scale and structure. At an edition of only 25, it is among the scarcest works in Chevrier's print catalogue, and the paired composition invites a reading of progression that a single image cannot deliver.
Collector Perspective
An edition of 25 across a large diptych format is a genuinely limited proposition, positioning this as a flagship acquisition for serious Chevrier collectors. The two panels command significant wall space and reward display as an intended pair. Low-edition, large-format diptychs are the kind of work collectors seek to anchor a collection.
Historical Context
Diptychs and multi-panel works recur in Chevrier's practice as a means of building narrative across the Cages framework. "The Beginning and the Triumph" exemplifies this at its most monumental, using two large panels to stage a journey, and stands among her most collectible 2023 editions by virtue of scale and rarity.
FAQ
Is this one print or two?
It is a diptych, comprising two panels titled "La Cage et le commencement" and "La Cage triomphante."
How rare is it?
With an edition of just 25, it is among the scarcest works in Chevrier's print catalogue.
How large is each panel?
Each panel measures 34 x 41.75 inches (86.36 x 106.04 cm).
Should the panels be displayed together?
Yes, the diptych is conceived as a paired narrative and is best shown as a set.
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.