Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Between Man & God (Skate Decks)
Summary
A 2018 five-deck skateboard set released through Over The Influence in a tightly limited edition of 10, with an artist-signed certificate. Assembling into an 80 x 100 cm composition, Between Man & God spreads Peterson's imagery across five panels to form a large-scale, wall-mountable object.
Why It Matters
With an edition of just 10, this five-deck set is among the scarcest formats in Peterson's catalogue. Its title gestures toward the mythological and hierarchical themes, the space between mortal and divine authority, that thread through his classically inflected work, making it a significant reference for collectors of his rarest objects.
Collector Perspective
An edition of 10 places this well above Peterson's standard print editions in scarcity, and the five-panel format yields an imposing 80 x 100 cm display piece. The artist-signed certificate is the key authentication document, and the Over The Influence release lends recognized gallery provenance to an exceptionally limited object.
Historical Context
Issued in 2018 through Over The Influence, the set reflects a moment when galleries increasingly commissioned multi-deck editions as ambitious collectible objects. The theme of man and god aligns with Peterson's engagement with power hierarchies and mythic conflict drawn from his study of ancient visual culture.
FAQ
How many decks make up this set?
It is a five-deck set that assembles into an 80 x 100 cm composition.
How limited is the edition?
The edition is only 10, making it among the scarcest formats in Peterson's catalogue.
Is a certificate included?
Yes. The set comes with a certificate hand-signed by the artist.
Who released it?
It was published through the gallery Over The Influence in 2018.
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.