Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
On The Sunny Side Of The Street (Yellow & Black)
Summary
A 2021 hand-pulled screen print in Peterson's signature yellow-and-black duotone, measuring 20.5 x 14 inches on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges. Self-released in a signed and numbered edition of 125, it channels the artist's flattened, high-contrast figuration into a composition whose bright palette sits in deliberate tension with his darker thematic vocabulary.
Why It Matters
This print belongs to a paired release with its "Shady Side" counterpart, making it a companion piece by design. The yellow-and-black scheme is among Peterson's most recognizable palettes, and the self-released 125 edition on heavyweight Coventry Rag with deckled edges reflects the artist's hands-on production standards rather than a large commercial publisher run.
Collector Perspective
Collectors often pursue the "Sunny Side" and "Shady Side" prints together as a diptych, and acquiring one naturally raises the question of the other. At 20.5 x 14 inches it is a mid-scale, frame-friendly work. The signed-and-numbered edition of 125 places it among Peterson's more accessible self-released prints in terms of availability.
Historical Context
Cleon Peterson emerged from the Los Angeles art scene with a graphic language of conflict and power, drawing on classical friezes and street aesthetics. By 2021 his self-released editions had become a hallmark of his practice, letting him control paper stock, palette, and edition size directly. This print sits within that mature, self-published body of work.
FAQ
Is this print signed and numbered?
Yes. Each of the 125 prints in the edition is signed and numbered by Cleon Peterson.
Does it have a companion print?
Yes. It pairs with "On The Shady Side Of The Street (Black & Yellow)," also a 2021 edition of 125, forming a two-part release.
What paper is it printed on?
290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges, a heavyweight archival cotton stock.
Who published this edition?
It was self-released by Cleon Peterson, not through an outside publisher.
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.