Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
A Perfect Trade (White)
Summary
A Perfect Trade (White) is a 2022 hand-pulled screen print in an edition of 125, self-released by Cleon Peterson. At 18 x 28 inches on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges, the white-on-black composition renders a transactional confrontation in Peterson's stark duotone. Each print is signed and numbered by the artist.
Why It Matters
The title's language of exchange and negotiation points to Peterson's interest in the transactional undercurrents of power and violence. The portrait format gives the scene vertical tension. At 125 impressions it is one of his larger self-released runs, balancing availability with edition discipline.
Collector Perspective
The 18 x 28 inch portrait format offers a more substantial presence than his square editions while remaining framing-friendly. The white colorway provides a lighter tonal register for collectors mixing palettes. Signed and numbered directly by the artist, it carries the transparent provenance of a self-release.
Historical Context
Peterson frames human conflict as a series of grim exchanges, and titles invoking trade and deals reinforce that transactional reading. His two-tone silhouettes universalize the encounter. This 2022 self-release reflects his continued independence from traditional print publishers.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
The edition is limited to 125 hand-pulled screen prints, each signed and numbered.
What are the dimensions?
The print measures 18 x 28 inches on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges.
What colorway is this?
This is the White colorway, rendered white on a dark ground.
Who published it?
It was self-released by Cleon Peterson in 2022.
About the Artist
Cleon Peterson (born 1973, Seattle) is an American artist known for stark, high-contrast compositions depicting scenes of violence, power, and social conflict. Working primarily in a limited palette — often black on a single bold ground — he renders chaotic tableaux of figures locked in struggle, exploring themes of authority, brutality, and moral disorder in contemporary society. His graphic, almost hieroglyphic style has appeared in paintings, murals, and a substantial catalogue of signed prints, as well as collaborations spanning fashion and public art. He is based in Los Angeles.
Collecting Cleon Peterson at Gauntlet Gallery
Which Cleon Peterson works should I collect?
His signed, numbered screenprints are the core of the market, prized for their bold duotone impact. Look for clean registration and strong condition. Gauntlet Gallery prioritizes complete, well-preserved impressions with documentation.
How is a Cleon Peterson piece authenticated?
We sell his works with documented provenance and the edition's signature and numbering. Each piece is photographed as-is, including signature and edition details, so you can verify before purchase.
What drives value?
Edition size, image iconicity, color scheme, condition, and provenance drive value. Low-numbered, large-format, and hand-embellished works command the strongest premiums.