Gauntlet Gallery — Cope2 Print Index
Bronx Icon '25 (Timed Edition)
Summary
"Bronx Icon '25" is a 2025 timed-edition archival pigment print by Cope2, measuring 14 x 12 inches on 290gsm Moab Entrada fine art paper, released February 14, 2025. The title directly claims Cope2's identity as a fixture of Bronx graffiti history.
Why It Matters
Few Cope2 titles are as self-defining as this one, naming the borough that produced him and the status he has earned within it. As a timed edition, the run reflects release-window demand, and the compact format keeps it an accessible signed work anchored explicitly to Cope2's Bronx roots.
Collector Perspective
The February 14, 2025 release date and timed structure mean the final edition size settled after the window closed, so verify your example's number. The small 14 x 12 format lends itself to grouping with other Cope2 timed editions from the same period, building a cohesive set of borough-referencing works.
Historical Context
The Bronx is graffiti's cradle, the borough where subway writing exploded in the 1970s. Cope2 came up in that milieu and has spent decades as one of its most visible ambassadors. "Bronx Icon '25" makes that lineage explicit, turning biography into title.
FAQ
When was it released?
It was released on February 14, 2025 as a timed edition.
What is the edition size?
As a timed edition, the final count reflects orders placed during the open window rather than a fixed number.
What does the title mean?
It asserts Cope2's status as an icon of Bronx graffiti, the borough where the culture took root.
What are the specifications?
14 x 12 inches, archival pigment print 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.