Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Man In The Forest (Black & White)
Summary
A 2024 hand-pulled screen print in a black-and-white edition of 75, measuring 24 x 17.5 inches on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper. "Man In The Forest" applies Peterson's reductive duotone language to a solitary figure set against a natural rather than overtly violent scene.
Why It Matters
The smaller edition of 75 makes this one of the scarcer 2024 self-released prints. The forest motif suggests a quieter, more introspective register than Peterson's crowded scenes of combat, hinting at themes of solitude, vulnerability and the individual confronted by something larger than himself.
Collector Perspective
An edition of 75 places this among the tighter runs of the year, a meaningful factor for collectors weighing scarcity across Peterson's 2024 output. Its atmospheric, less conflict-driven subject offers tonal variety within a collection dominated by his more aggressive imagery, broadening its appeal for varied display.
Historical Context
Peterson's work typically strips away setting to focus on figures in conflict, so an identifiable environment like a forest is comparatively rare in his catalog. It gestures toward a longer tradition of the lone figure in landscape, a motif art history has repeatedly used to explore human smallness against nature.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
A limited edition of 75, among the smaller 2024 runs.
What are the dimensions?
24 x 17.5 inches on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges.
What colorway is it?
Black and white, his signature duotone.
Who published it?
Self-released by Cleon Peterson in 2024.
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.