Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Wheat From Chaff (Black)
Summary
"Wheat From Chaff (Black)" is a 2025 self-released screen print, hand-pulled on 290gsm Coventry Rag with deckled edges at 20 x 24 inches, in an edition of 75. The larger sheet and black colorway pair Peterson's severe monochrome palette with a title drawn from the language of judgment and separation.
Why It Matters
The phrase "wheat from chaff" invokes discrimination and moral sorting, themes that dovetail with Peterson's preoccupation with power and division. At 20 x 24 inches this is one of the larger sheets in the group, giving the composition room to breathe, while the edition of 75 makes it slightly more available than his 50-count releases.
Collector Perspective
The "Black" tag marks this as a specific colorway, so collectors may look for a companion variant. The generous 20 x 24 format is a display-forward choice, and the edition of 75 offers a modestly wider window of availability. Provenance rests on the artist's own edition numbering, as with all his self-released work.
Historical Context
Dated 2025, the print reflects Peterson's continued focus on authority, judgment, and social hierarchy. The biblical and agricultural roots of its title lend a moralizing weight that he channels through his reductive black-on-ground graphic style, a treatment consistent across his 2025 self-released series.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
"Wheat From Chaff (Black)" was released in a limited edition of 75 in 2025.
How big is the print?
It measures 20 x 24 inches, hand-pulled on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges.
Why is "Black" in the title?
It identifies the black colorway of the print, which suggests a companion variant may exist.
Is this a rare edition?
At 75 impressions it is scarce but slightly more available than Peterson's 50-count 2025 releases.
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.