Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Take Me Now (Black & Gold)
Summary
A 2024 hand-pulled screen print in a black-and-gold edition of 100, in a square 18 x 18 inch format on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper. "Take Me Now" carries a charged, ambiguous title that pairs Peterson's high-contrast figuration with the arresting weight of a gold accent.
Why It Matters
The square format gives the composition a centered, iconic stability, while the imploring title invites readings of surrender, desire or defiance. It shows Peterson working in a more suggestive emotional register than his overt combat scenes, using ambiguity to draw viewers into interpretation.
Collector Perspective
The 18 x 18 inch square is a versatile, frame-friendly size that hangs well in grids or as a standalone, appealing to collectors thinking about display. The black-and-gold colorway carries a premium presence over plain duotone, and an edition of 100 keeps the piece attainable while still limited.
Historical Context
Square formats have a strong lineage in modern and street-derived printmaking for their poster-like immediacy. Peterson's use of gold connects to his broader interrogation of power's seductive surfaces, gilding aggression to expose how brutality is often dressed in the trappings of grandeur.
FAQ
What is the format?
A square 18 x 18 inch composition.
What colorway is it?
Black and gold.
What is the edition size?
A limited edition of 100 hand-pulled screen prints.
Who released it?
Self-released by Cleon Peterson in 2024.
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.