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Vote (I)
Summary
"Vote (I)" is a 2020 hand-pulled screen print by Cleon Peterson, self-released in a signed, numbered edition of 100 at 18 x 24 inches. Issued with an urgent artist statement about standing against defeatism and turning out in numbers, it is an explicitly activist work tied to the 2020 U.S. presidential election.
Why It Matters
This is one of Peterson's most directly political prints, released not as allegory but as a call to action. Its accompanying statement, warning against apathy and framing the vote as a defense of democratic institutions, makes it a document of civic urgency. It matters as art produced to move people, with proceeds tied to donations.
Collector Perspective
The overt election-year messaging and the artist's activist statement give "Vote (I)" a distinct collectible identity as an issue-driven work. At 18 x 24 inches in an edition of 100, it is an accessible format, and its specificity to the 2020 moment makes it a time-stamped piece within Peterson's catalog.
Historical Context
Released in the runup to the 2020 election, "Vote (I)" carries Peterson's explicit statement about historically dark times and shaken faith in democratic norms. The artist described making donations from the release, situating the print within a broader tradition of activist art produced to spur turnout and civic engagement.
FAQ
What is Vote (I) about?
It is an explicitly activist print urging turnout in the 2020 election, released with a statement against apathy and in defense of democratic institutions.
What are the dimensions and edition?
18 x 24 inches, a signed and numbered limited edition of 100, self-released by the artist.
Did proceeds go to a cause?
The artist's statement indicates he was making donations from the release, tying the print to civic action.
Is this part of a series?
The "(I)" designation marks it as a first Vote release within Peterson's 2020 election-themed output.
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.