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Rule Of Law 2 (Red)
Summary
Rule Of Law 2 (Red) is a 2022 hand-pulled screen print in an edition of 75, produced and self-released by Cleon Peterson. Its panoramic 18 x 45 inch format is one of the widest in his print catalog, printed in a striking red on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges. The horizontal frieze amplifies Peterson's signature choreography of dominance and submission.
Why It Matters
The extreme wide format sets this apart from Peterson's square and portrait editions, forcing the eye to read the composition as a procession or narrative band. As a sequel work bearing the number "2," it extends a recurring theme in his output. At just 75 impressions, it is among the tighter editions in his self-released body of work.
Collector Perspective
Collectors are drawn to the panoramic scale, which demands wall space and rewards it with cinematic impact. The red palette reads as heat and aggression, a departure from his frequent black-and-bone duotone. Signed and numbered, self-released directly by the artist, it offers clean provenance for buyers building a focused Peterson holding.
Historical Context
Peterson emerged from the Los Angeles skate and street scene, and his mature work confronts power, brutality, and moral collapse in stark silhouette. The "Rule of Law" title carries deliberate irony, invoking order while depicting its opposite. This 2022 self-release reflects his practice of issuing prints on his own terms outside traditional publishers.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
The edition is limited to 75 hand-pulled screen prints, each signed and numbered by Cleon Peterson.
What are the dimensions?
The print measures 18 x 45 inches, one of the widest panoramic formats in Peterson's catalog.
What paper and process were used?
It is a hand-pulled screen print on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges.
Who published this print?
It was self-released directly by Cleon Peterson in 2022.
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.