Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
To Tell The Truth
Summary
"To Tell The Truth" is a large-format 2018 screen print published by Over The Influence, measuring 42 x 42 inches in an edition of 50. Hand-pulled on heavy 320gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges, each print is signed and numbered by Cleon Peterson, its scale amplifying the artist's confrontational figuration.
Why It Matters
The imposing square format and heavier 320gsm stock set this apart from Peterson's smaller self-released sheets. Published through a recognized gallery in a tight edition of 50, it represents his work at wall-commanding scale, where the flat black-and-white violence of his figures reads with full graphic force.
Collector Perspective
An edition of just 50 makes this one of the scarcer prints in Peterson's output, and the Over The Influence imprint adds institutional weight. The 42-inch square footprint suits collectors seeking a statement piece, while the heavy Coventry Rag paper and hand signature reinforce its standing as a premium editioned work.
Historical Context
Over The Influence, with spaces in Los Angeles and Hong Kong, has published editions for a roster of contemporary and street-rooted artists. "To Tell The Truth" reflects Peterson's mid-career move into gallery-published large formats, extending his stark iconography of aggression and moral reckoning into a more monumental register.
FAQ
What makes this edition scarce?
It was produced in an edition of only 50 signed and numbered prints.
Who published it?
It was published by Over The Influence.
How large is the print?
It measures 42 x 42 inches, a large square format.
What paper stock was used?
Heavy 320gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges.
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.