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Pissers II
Summary
A large 28 x 28 inch square screen print from 2018, hand-pulled in black and red and self-released in an edition of 150 on 290gsm Coventry Rag with deckled edges. Pissers II revisits one of Peterson's most confrontational motifs, deploying his signature two-tone palette across a bold, symmetrical format.
Why It Matters
The Pissers works rank among Peterson's most provocative editions, using an act of degradation to stage themes of humiliation and dominance. As the second iteration of the composition, this print documents how Peterson develops a motif across variants, offering collectors a comparative anchor within his catalogue of power-and-submission imagery.
Collector Perspective
The commanding 28 x 28 inch square scale gives this print strong wall presence, and the black-and-red palette is Peterson's most recognizable signature. Hand-pulled on heavyweight Coventry Rag with deckled edges and numbered within an edition of 150, it balances scale and accessibility for collectors building depth in his catalogue.
Historical Context
Released in 2018 during a productive period of studio editions, Pissers II reflects Peterson's unflinching approach to imagery of cruelty. His work of this era continued to interrogate abuses of power through starkly reduced figures, a visual language he had refined across murals, canvases, and print releases through the 2010s.
FAQ
What colors is this print?
It is hand-pulled in black and red, Peterson's signature two-tone palette.
What size is Pissers II?
It is a large 28 x 28 inch square screen print.
Is this a second version of the image?
Yes. As Pissers II, it is a variant within Peterson's Pissers composition, released in an edition of 150.
What stock is used?
It is printed on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges.
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.