Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Forest 2
Summary
Forest 2 is the companion to Forest 1, a 2010 BLDG Editions screen print in an edition of 60, two-color hand-pulled on 290 GSM 100% cotton archival paper using neon ink. Signed, numbered, and embossed, it completes the pair with the same fluorescent palette and elongated format that set the Forest series apart.
Why It Matters
As the second half of the Forest pairing, this print carries the same experimental neon treatment that distinguishes the series within Peterson's catalog. The BLDG Editions production standards, hand-printing and embossing, plus the intended dialogue with Forest 1 give the work both craft credibility and narrative completeness.
Collector Perspective
Forest 2 is best held together with Forest 1 to preserve the pair. With a small run and neon ink, it is scarce and atypical. Because the source lists no edition figure alongside its dimensions, confirm the numbering and edition size directly on the sheet, and verify the emboss and matching neon registration.
Historical Context
Issued by BLDG Editions in 2010, Forest 2 reflects the studio's small-batch, archival approach to fine-art screen printing. Together with Forest 1, it shows Peterson experimenting with color and serial format during the years his printmaking practice was gaining wider recognition.
FAQ
Does Forest 2 pair with another print?
Yes, it is the companion to Forest 1, both BLDG Editions releases from 2010 sharing the same neon two-color treatment.
What is the edition size?
The companion Forest 1 is an edition of 60; confirm Forest 2's numbering and edition directly on the sheet.
What paper and ink were used?
290 GSM 100% cotton archival paper printed in two colors of neon ink, signed, numbered, and embossed.
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.