Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
On The Shady Side Of The Street (Black & Yellow)
Summary
The darker half of a 2021 paired release, this hand-pulled screen print inverts the palette toward black and yellow across a 20.5 x 14 inch sheet of 290gsm Coventry Rag with deckled edges. Self-released and issued signed and numbered in an edition of 125, it mirrors its "Sunny Side" companion while shifting the tonal weight toward Peterson's characteristic gravity.
Why It Matters
Conceived as the counterpart to "On The Sunny Side Of The Street," this print completes a deliberate two-work statement about light and shadow. The reversed emphasis on black gives it a heavier presence, and the shared paper, format, and edition size of 125 underscore that the two were meant to be read and often hung as a pair.
Collector Perspective
Because it functions as one half of a diptych, this print carries added appeal for collectors assembling the full pairing. Its 20.5 x 14 inch dimensions match its companion for symmetrical framing. Signed and numbered in an edition of 125, it offers the same relative accessibility as the "Sunny Side" release within Peterson's self-published catalogue.
Historical Context
Peterson's paired light-and-dark releases extend a long-running interest in duality that runs through his work on power, aggression, and moral contrast. The 2021 self-released prints reflect his established practice of controlling every production detail, from the Coventry Rag stock to the tightly held edition size, outside the traditional publisher system.
FAQ
How does this differ from the Sunny Side version?
It reverses the palette toward black and yellow, giving a darker tonal weight, while sharing the same size, paper, and edition of 125.
Is it part of a set?
Yes, it is the companion to "On The Sunny Side Of The Street," and the two are frequently collected together.
What is the edition size?
125 signed and numbered prints.
What are the dimensions?
20.5 x 14 inches on deckled-edge 290gsm Coventry Rag paper.
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.