Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Listen You Fuckers (White)
Summary
Listen You Fuckers (White) is a 2022 hand-pulled screen print in an edition of 125, self-released by Cleon Peterson. Square at 17 x 17 inches on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges, its confrontational title matches the aggression of Peterson's white-on-black figures. Each impression is signed and numbered by the artist.
Why It Matters
The blunt, provocative title is unusually direct even for Peterson, turning the work into a shout as much as an image. It embodies the antagonistic charge that runs through his practice. Part of his 17 x 17 inch square series, it sits in an edition of 125, one of his more substantial runs.
Collector Perspective
The raw title gives this print outsized personality and conversation value on a wall. Its square format aligns with the companion 17 x 17 inch releases, making it a natural grouping piece. The white colorway lightens the palette, and the signed, numbered self-release ensures clean artist provenance.
Historical Context
Peterson's work channels punk's confrontational energy, a legacy of his roots in skate and street culture. Aggressive titling extends the antagonism from image into language. This 2022 self-release continues his model of controlling production and distribution outside formal publishing channels.
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 17 x 17 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 released 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.