Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Peace -- War (Yellow)
Summary
A compact 16 x 12 inch hand-pulled screen print from 2021 in yellow, printed on 290gsm Coventry Rag with deckled edges. Self-released in a signed and numbered edition of 125, its title pairs opposing states directly, distilling Peterson's ongoing dialogue between order and violence into an intimate, small-format work.
Why It Matters
The "Peace / War" title makes explicit the binary that underlies much of Peterson's practice, condensing a large theme into a small sheet. The bright yellow palette adds visual immediacy, and the modest 16 x 12 inch scale offers an accessible entry point to his most conceptually loaded subject matter.
Collector Perspective
At 16 x 12 inches this is one of the more approachable formats in the 2021 run, well suited to first-time buyers or tighter spaces. The yellow palette gives it graphic pop. Signed and numbered in an edition of 125, it sits among Peterson's more accessible self-released prints in both size and availability.
Historical Context
The peace-and-war dichotomy is fundamental to Peterson's art, which repeatedly stages the collision of harmony and brutality. His 2021 self-released prints on Coventry Rag apply this thematic core across formats large and small, and this compact yellow print shows him reducing the idea to its most essential opposition.
FAQ
What does the title represent?
It juxtaposes peace and war, capturing the central tension between order and violence in Peterson's work.
What size is it?
A compact 16 x 12 inches on deckled-edge Coventry Rag paper.
Is it signed and numbered?
Yes, each of the 125 prints is signed and numbered.
What is the palette?
Yellow, giving the small-format print strong graphic immediacy.
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.