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Orientations Of The Night II
Summary
"Orientations Of The Night II" is the second panel of Peterson's 2025 self-released triptych, a hand-pulled screen print on 290gsm Coventry Rag with deckled edges at 12 x 16 inches, in an edition of 50. As the central image it develops the series' meditation on nocturnal disorientation between its bookend panels.
Why It Matters
The middle panel is structurally important to the trio, bridging the sequence and often the linchpin for collectors assembling a complete set. At 12 x 16 inches and an edition of 50, it matches its siblings in format and scarcity, reinforcing the series' internal consistency.
Collector Perspective
For anyone building the full triptych, panel II is a required piece, and its absence leaves a set incomplete. The modest size favors a grouped three-panel display. As a self-released print, matching edition numbers across I, II, and III strengthen the set, with provenance drawn from the artist's release records.
Historical Context
Released in 2025, panel II continues the "Orientations Of The Night" arc, using darkness as a metaphor for moral and social uncertainty. Its place within a numbered sequence reflects Peterson's habit of staging tension and conflict across a deliberate progression rather than a single standalone image.
FAQ
Where does this fall in the series?
It is panel II, the central image of the three-part "Orientations Of The Night" series from 2025.
What is the size and paper?
12 x 16 inches, hand-pulled on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges.
What is the edition size?
It was released in a limited edition of 50.
Do I need it to complete the set?
Yes, as the middle panel it is essential to a complete I-II-III triptych.
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.