Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Cleon Peterson Print Index
Will To Power
Work Summary & Collector Notes
"Will To Power" is a 2012 Cleon Peterson screen print published by Serigraphic Systems Inc, printed by Seizure Palace on Coventry 320 GSM 100% cotton rag paper at 30 x 40 inches, in an edition of 55. The large format and cotton rag stock give this early edition substantial presence and quality.
Collector notes: First Edition; saved release record states an edition size of 55. Edition-specific signature, numbering, and stamp details were not stated in the saved release record. Verify signing and numbering against a documented example of this edition.
Why It Matters
Dating to 2012, this is one of Peterson's earlier editioned prints, predating the 2013 Lazarides variant that shares the Nietzschean title. Printed by the respected Seizure Palace on heavyweight Coventry cotton rag at a large 30 x 40 inch scale, it documents his power-and-domination theme at an early point in his editioned print output.
Collector Perspective
As a 2012 edition, this predates much of Peterson's better-known print activity, giving it early-work appeal for collectors tracing his development. The edition of 55, large format, and Seizure Palace printing on cotton rag support its standing. Confirm the signature and number where present, and inspect the large sheet for even ink and clean edges.
Historical Context
Published by Serigraphic Systems Inc and printed by Seizure Palace in 2012, this print sits near the start of Peterson's editioned print practice. Its "Will To Power" title, drawn from Nietzschean thought, would recur in his later Lazarides edition, underscoring the continuity of his preoccupation with dominance and the exercise of force across his career.
Documented Release Details
- Object type
- Editioned screenprint
- Release date
- 2012
- Release-date note
- Catalog-listed release year from the saved secondary record; primary release-page confirmation remains pending.
- Medium and materials
- Screen Print; catalog dimensions 40 x 30 inches; Printed on Coventry 320 GSM 100% Cotton Rag paper.
- Edition details
- First Edition; saved release record states an edition size of 55.
- Signature and marks
- Edition-specific signature, numbering, and stamp details were not stated in the saved release record. Verify signing and numbering against a documented example of this edition.
Documented History and Meaning
History note: This page treats Cleon Peterson's broader career as background context, not proof that this specific edition belongs to any single exhibition or event. Release-level facts here come from a saved secondary catalog record.
Meaning / interpretation: Read as documented context rather than stated intent: Published by Serigraphic Systems Inc and printed by Seizure Palace in 2012, this print sits near the start of Peterson's editioned print practice. This is an interpretive reading of the release context, not a statement of the artist's intent for this specific work. This interpretive note follows the cited artist or publisher context.
Release context: The saved catalog lists 2012 and attributes the edition to Serigraphic Systems Inc.
Authentication, Presentation and Provenance
- Original presentation
- Original packaging or presentation was not documented in the release sources reviewed.
- Authentication note
- Compare the support, dimensions, edition number, and signature against a documented example of this edition. Gauntlet Gallery does not authenticate works purchased from third parties.
- Provenance note
- Edition origin is attributed in the saved record to Serigraphic Systems Inc. That does not establish the ownership history of an individual copy: retain the original invoice, reseller or gallery paperwork, labels, correspondence, and condition photographs.
Sources and Verification
Verification status: Secondary catalog snapshot; artist-level context added
- Saved release record — Art Collectorz · secondary catalog snapshot · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Starting record for title, year, edition, dimensions, medium, and release description. Primary confirmation against the original release page remains pending.
- Cleon Peterson — official site — Cleon Peterson studio · primary artist source · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Official artist site; career context, not an individual-edition record.
- Cleon Peterson — Wikipedia · reference encyclopedia · Accessed 2026-07-13 · General artist-level biographical and career reference.
- Cleon Peterson (Q124215748) — Wikidata · reference knowledge base · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Structured identifier used for the artist across catalog metadata.
FAQ
When was this made?
It dates to 2012, making it one of Peterson's earlier editioned prints.
Who printed and published it?
It was published by Serigraphic Systems Inc and printed by Seizure Palace.
What is the edition size?
It is an edition of 55 on Coventry 320 GSM 100% cotton rag paper.
How does it relate to the 2013 Will To Power?
They share the Nietzschean title; this 2012 version is the earlier edition from a different publisher.
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