Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Stubbed Toe (White)
Summary
Stubbed Toe (White) is a 2022 hand-pulled screen print in an edition of 100, self-released by Cleon Peterson. Printed at a square 17 x 17 inches on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges, the white-on-black treatment inverts his usual dark figures for a luminous negative-space effect. Each impression is signed and numbered.
Why It Matters
The wry, almost comic title contrasts sharply with Peterson's typically grave subject matter, injecting dark humor into a body of work about pain and consequence. The square format centers the composition with tight formal balance. At 100 impressions, it belongs to the mid-range of his self-released editions.
Collector Perspective
The 17 x 17 inch square is a versatile, frame-friendly format that groups naturally with Peterson's other same-size releases. The white colorway offers a lighter tonal option for collectors balancing a wall of predominantly dark works. Signed and numbered by the artist, it provides clean self-release provenance.
Historical Context
Peterson's practice mines the everyday cruelty and absurdity of human behavior, and lighter titles remind viewers of the mordant wit underneath the menace. The reversed white-on-black palette echoes printmaking's long tradition of positive-negative play. This 2022 self-release continues his independent production model.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
The edition is limited to 100 hand-pulled screen prints, each signed and numbered.
What are the dimensions?
The print measures 17 x 17 inches, a square format on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper.
What colorway is this?
This is the White colorway, rendered white on a dark ground.
Who released it?
It was self-released 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.