Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Shame (Timed Edition)
Summary
Shame is a 2025 limited-edition resin sculpture by Cleon Peterson, published by Avant Arte in a timed edition of 283, measuring 24.4 x 14.7 x 25.5 cm with a matte black finish. Developed from an initial sketch into a 3D model and resin cast, it renders a bowed figure directing the weight of its burdens through a sword.
Why It Matters
This is a significant departure from Peterson's flat graphic work — a fully three-dimensional realization of his figuration, produced with Avant Arte's specialist production partner. The bowed, sword-bearing figure embodies "the enduring battle between self-awareness and the dominating influence of external forces," translating his two-dimensional psychology of conflict into sculptural form.
Collector Perspective
As Peterson's move into sculpture and his most notable Avant Arte collaboration in this group, Shame appeals to collectors seeking a dimensional object rather than a print. The edition of 283 is larger than his print runs, reflecting Avant Arte's broader distribution model. The matte black resin and the publisher's provenance are the key attributes; verify authenticity documentation from Avant Arte.
Historical Context
Avant Arte has become a leading platform for producing accessible sculpture editions with contemporary artists, and Shame situates Peterson within that program. The theme of shame as a prelude to potential redemption extends his career-long meditation on internal conflict, here given physical weight and the enduring permanence of cast resin.
FAQ
Who published this sculpture?
It was published by Avant Arte in 2025 as a limited edition, produced with the platform's specialist production partner from Peterson's original sketch and 3D model.
What is the edition size?
The edition is limited to 283, larger than Peterson's typical print runs, consistent with Avant Arte's sculpture edition model.
What is it made of?
It is a resin-cast sculpture with a matte black finish, measuring 24.4 x 14.7 x 25.5 cm.
What does the sculpture depict?
A figure bowing its head into its hands, channeling the weight of its burdens through a sword — representing, per the artist, the battle between self-awareness and external pressures.
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.