Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Practice Of Masters
Work Summary & Collector Notes
"Practice Of Masters" is a 2013 one-color screen print published by Obey Clothing as a web exclusive, based on one of Cleon Peterson's graphics. It measures 18 x 18 inches on 320 gram Coventry Rag in an edition of 125. The Obey imprint ties it directly to Peterson's association with the Shepard Fairey orbit.
Collector notes: The saved release record describes: "Practice Of Masters" is a web exclusive print based off one of Cleon's graphics. 18" x 18" one color screen print on 320 gram coventry rag Edition of 125. Edition-specific signature, numbering, and stamp details were not stated in the saved release record. Verify signing and numbering against a documented example of this edition.
Why It Matters
This print bridges Peterson's studio practice and his role within Shepard Fairey's world, released through Obey Clothing as a web exclusive. That publisher connection makes it a notable crossover object for collectors of both artists. Printed on premium 320 gram Coventry Rag in an edition of 125, it derives from one of Peterson's existing graphics.
Collector Perspective
The Obey Clothing provenance and web-exclusive status give this print a distinct collecting narrative linked to the Fairey studio. The edition of 125 and heavyweight Coventry Rag stock support its appeal. Confirm the signature and number where present, and verify the one-color registration is clean. Its origin as an adapted graphic is part of its story.
Historical Context
Peterson worked as associate creative director at Shepard Fairey Studios, and this 2013 Obey Clothing web exclusive reflects that professional relationship. Adapting one of his graphics into a screen print, the release placed his imagery within Obey's established print-collecting ecosystem, offering collectors a documented link between Peterson and the Fairey studio during his rise.
Documented Release Details
- Object type
- Editioned screenprint
- Release date
- 2013
- Release-date note
- Catalog-listed release year from the saved secondary record; primary release-page confirmation remains pending.
- Medium and materials
- Screen Print; catalog dimensions 18 x 18 inches; "Practice Of Masters" is a web exclusive print based off one of Cleon's graphics. 18" x 18" one color screen print on 320 gram coventry rag Edition of 125.
- Edition details
- The saved release record describes: "Practice Of Masters" is a web exclusive print based off one of Cleon's graphics. 18" x 18" one color screen print on 320 gram coventry rag Edition of 125.
- Signature and marks
- Edition-specific signature, numbering, and stamp details were not stated in the saved release record. Verify signing and numbering against a documented example of this edition.
Documented History and Meaning
History note: This page treats Cleon Peterson's broader career as background context, not proof that this specific edition belongs to any single exhibition or event. Release-level facts here come from a saved secondary catalog record.
Meaning / interpretation: Read as documented context rather than stated intent: Peterson worked as associate creative director at Shepard Fairey Studios, and this 2013 Obey Clothing web exclusive reflects that professional relationship. This is an interpretive reading of the release context, not a statement of the artist's intent for this specific work. This interpretive note follows the cited artist or publisher context.
Release context: The saved catalog lists 2013 and attributes the edition to Obey Clothing.
Authentication, Presentation and Provenance
- Original presentation
- Original packaging or presentation was not documented in the release sources reviewed.
- Authentication note
- Compare the support, dimensions, edition number, and signature against a documented example of this edition. Gauntlet Gallery does not authenticate works purchased from third parties.
- Provenance note
- Edition origin is attributed in the saved record to Obey Clothing. That does not establish the ownership history of an individual copy: retain the original invoice, reseller or gallery paperwork, labels, correspondence, and condition photographs.
Sources and Verification
Verification status: Secondary catalog snapshot; artist-level context added
- Saved release record — Art Collectorz · secondary catalog snapshot · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Starting record for title, year, edition, dimensions, medium, and release description. Primary confirmation against the original release page remains pending.
- Cleon Peterson — official site — Cleon Peterson studio · primary artist source · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Official artist site; career context, not an individual-edition record.
- Cleon Peterson — Wikipedia · reference encyclopedia · Accessed 2026-07-13 · General artist-level biographical and career reference.
- Cleon Peterson (Q124215748) — Wikidata · reference knowledge base · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Structured identifier used for the artist across catalog metadata.
FAQ
Who published this print?
It was published by Obey Clothing in 2013 as a web exclusive.
What is the edition size?
It is an edition of 125 on 320 gram Coventry Rag paper.
What is its connection to Shepard Fairey?
Peterson worked at Shepard Fairey Studios, and this print was released through Obey Clothing.
What is the source of the image?
It is based on one of Cleon Peterson's existing graphics, adapted into a screen print.
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