Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
The Crawler (Skate Decks)
Summary
A 2018 three-deck skateboard set released through Over The Influence, editioned to 50 and accompanied by an artist-signed certificate. Measuring 80 x 60 cm as an assembled triptych, The Crawler extends one of Peterson's compositions across a sculptural, wall-mountable object rather than paper.
Why It Matters
Skate decks occupy a distinct place in Peterson's output, connecting his fine-art practice to the street and skate culture that informed a generation of graphic artists. As a three-panel set through Over The Influence, The Crawler is a notable object-format reference in his catalogue, distinct from his flat editioned prints.
Collector Perspective
The triptych configuration and edition of 50 make this a more limited object than Peterson's paper editions of 150, and the artist-signed certificate provides the authentication anchor since the decks themselves are the display surface. Its Over The Influence provenance places it within a recognized gallery release.
Historical Context
Released in 2018 through Over The Influence, a gallery with spaces bridging Los Angeles and Hong Kong, The Crawler reflects the broader trend of artists issuing skate-deck editions as collectible objects. The format situates Peterson's imagery within skate culture's long dialogue with contemporary art.
FAQ
How many decks are in the set?
The Crawler is a three-deck set that assembles into a single composition measuring 80 x 60 cm.
What is the edition size?
It is an edition of 50, released through Over The Influence.
How is authenticity documented?
The set is accompanied by a certificate hand-signed by the artist.
Who published this edition?
It was released through the gallery Over The Influence.
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.