Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Poison
Summary
Poison, 2015, is a screen print measuring 11.5 x 16 inches on 250gsm White Coventry Rag, signed and numbered in an edition of 150 and self-released by the artist. Among the more intimately scaled prints in his catalog, it distills Peterson's imagery of corruption and harm into a compact, high-contrast composition.
Why It Matters
The smaller dimensions make Poison one of Peterson's more approachable prints in scale and presentation, well suited to collectors with limited wall space. The Coventry Rag stock signals archival quality, and the evocative one-word title extends his thematic preoccupation with toxicity and moral decay within the human figure.
Collector Perspective
A compact format on quality rag paper makes this an easy piece to frame and place, and its edition of 150 keeps it attainable. For collectors assembling a survey of Peterson's 2015 self-released output, Poison fills a smaller-scale slot alongside his larger statement prints without demanding the space they require.
Historical Context
Self-released in 2015, Poison belongs to the same prolific run of editions in which Peterson interrogated cruelty, corruption, and societal decay. The title's metaphor of contamination aligns with his broader vision of a world driven by aggression, and the White Coventry Rag stock ties it materially to his other prints of the year.
FAQ
What are the dimensions?
11.5 x 16 inches, a comparatively intimate scale for Peterson.
What paper is used?
250gsm White Coventry Rag.
What is the edition size?
A signed and numbered edition of 150.
Who released it?
It was self-released by Cleon Peterson.
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.