Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Collecting Bodies
Summary
"Collecting Bodies" (2017) is a screen print published by Galerie Du Jour in a compact edition of 100 at 15 x 20 inches. Smaller and more intimate than Peterson's self-released gold works, it carries his unmistakable vocabulary of stacked and struggling figures into a gallery-published format, its blunt title naming the grim accumulation his imagery so often depicts.
Why It Matters
Publication by Galerie Du Jour, the Paris gallery associated with Agnès b., sets this print apart from Peterson's self-released catalog and ties it to an established European institution. The tight edition of 100 is among the smaller runs in his print body, giving "Collecting Bodies" a scarcity profile that rewards collectors seeking his gallery-published output.
Collector Perspective
The edition of 100 is notably low, and the Galerie Du Jour imprint adds institutional provenance that appeals to European and print-focused collectors. Its modest 15 x 20-inch scale makes it accessible for framing and display. Buyers should verify signature and numbering conventions for this gallery edition, which may differ from Peterson's self-released prints.
Historical Context
Galerie Du Jour, founded by fashion designer Agnès b. in Paris, has long championed street-rooted and graphic artists, making it a natural publisher for Peterson's confrontational figuration. "Collecting Bodies" reflects his transatlantic exhibition presence in the late 2010s and his recurring theme of dehumanization, rendered here in a gallery-scale edition.
FAQ
Who published "Collecting Bodies"?
It was published by Galerie Du Jour, the Paris gallery associated with designer Agnès b., rather than self-released by the artist.
How small is the edition?
The edition is just 100 impressions, one of the smaller runs among Peterson's prints, at 15 x 20 inches.
How does it differ from his gold-series prints?
It is a gallery-published edition in a smaller format, distinct from the large self-released black-and-gold works on Coventry Rag.
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.