Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
The Nightcrawler (Gold)
Summary
The gold variant of Peterson's 2015 self-released screen print, a large 28 by 28 inch square hand pulled on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges. The edition is limited to just 75, each impression signed and numbered by the artist. The combination of large square format and small run makes it a standout early self-released title.
Why It Matters
A 28 inch square at only 75 impressions is scarce for its scale, and the gold treatment aligns with Peterson's most iconic palette. Dating to 2015, The Nightcrawler comes from the earlier, less circulated phase of his production, giving it added standing among collectors tracking his formative editions.
Collector Perspective
Large squares command wall presence, and a 75-piece run at this size is genuinely limited. Gold ink rewards in-person viewing and complicates reproduction, a quality collectors value. Self-released provenance rests on signature and numbering; even gold coverage across the large sheet and intact deckled edges define the strongest impressions.
Historical Context
The nocturnal, predatory figure of the title fits Peterson's early vocabulary of urban menace and appetite. In 2015 he was consolidating the flat, high-contrast style, part Greek pottery, part noir graphic, that would define his later monumental work, and this large square shows that language already operating at full scale.
FAQ
How scarce is it?
The edition is limited to 75, small for a print of this large size.
What colorway is this?
This is the gold variant, hand pulled on Coventry Rag paper.
What are the dimensions?
A large square at 28 by 28 inches.
Who released it?
Self-released by Cleon Peterson, signed and numbered.
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.