Gauntlet Gallery — Cope2 Print Index
23rd Street Station
Summary
"23rd Street Station" is a 2024 first-edition giclee by Cope2 (Run #5038a), issued in a run of 50 at 21 x 13 inches on 290gsm Moab Entrada fine art paper. It is signed and numbered by the artist and carries a certificate of authenticity from 1XRUN.
Why It Matters
This print belongs to Cope2's ongoing subway and station series, where his lettering meets the visual language of the New York transit system that first carried his work. The edition of 50 with documented 1XRUN run numbering and certification gives it clean, traceable provenance in a mid-size format.
Collector Perspective
The recorded Run #5038a and 1XRUN certificate make authentication straightforward, an advantage for resale and cataloging. At 21 x 13 inches it sits between the large statement prints and the small timed editions, and its transit theme connects it to a recognizable thread running through Cope2's catalog.
Historical Context
New York's subway was the original canvas of graffiti's golden age, and station and map imagery recur throughout Cope2's fine-art work. "23rd Street Station" localizes that history to a specific stop, folding the geography of the city into the composition and honoring the system where writers made their names.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
It is a run of 50, signed and numbered by the artist.
What is Run #5038a?
It is the 1XRUN internal run identifier documenting this specific edition.
Is it authenticated?
Yes. It includes a certificate of authenticity from 1XRUN.
What are the dimensions?
21 x 13 inches, printed on 290gsm Moab Entrada fine art paper.
About the Artist
Cope2 (Fernando Carlo, born 1968 in the Bronx, New York) is a graffiti writer who began tagging New York City subway trains in the late 1970s. A veteran of the transit-era writing scene, he built his reputation through prolific throw-ups and bombing before transitioning to gallery work and canvases. His signature bubble-lettered tag has appeared worldwide, and he has collaborated with brands including Adidas, Time magazine, and Converse. Cope2 remains an active figure bridging old-school New York graffiti culture with the contemporary urban-art market.
Collecting Cope2 at Gauntlet Gallery
What should I look for when buying a Cope2 print?
Focus on hand-signed and numbered screen prints or giclees, ideally released through recognized publishers or the artist directly. Check the edition size, the pencil signature, and any embossed or blindstamp marks. Spray-painted originals on canvas or found objects command higher prices but require closer provenance review. At Gauntlet Gallery, each Cope2 piece is documented with its edition details and condition notes.
How is a Cope2 work authenticated?
Cope2 works are typically authenticated through the issuing publisher's certificate of authenticity, the hand signature, and traceable provenance from a gallery or the artist's studio. Because his tag has been widely imitated, matching a signed print to a documented edition is the most reliable path. Gauntlet Gallery pairs each work with its supporting documentation and does not claim any third-party authority the artist does not use.
What drives value in Cope2 works?
Value is driven by medium (unique spray-painted originals over open editions), edition scarcity, condition, and cultural significance tied to his subway-era history. Early or historically documented pieces and notable brand collaborations carry premiums. Signed, numbered, low-edition prints in excellent condition hold value best on the secondary market.