Gauntlet Gallery — Cope2 Print Index
Most Wanted
Work Summary & Collector Notes
Most Wanted, from 2011, is a 17 x 22 inch archival pigment print on 300gsm cotton paper, hand-signed and numbered by Cope2. Published by DirtyPilot in an edition of 100 with 10 artist proofs and 23 printer proofs, it is the largest of his DirtyPilot cotton-paper editions in this group.
Collector notes: The saved release record describes: This archival pigment print on 300 gms cotton paper, from an edition of 100, 10 artists proofs, and 23 printers proofs. The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature against a documented example of this edition.
Why It Matters
The Most Wanted title leans into graffiti's outlaw identity, casting the writer as a hunted figure, a knowing nod to the years authorities pursued him. Its larger edition of 100 made it more widely available, spreading that provocative statement across more collectors than his tighter runs.
Collector Perspective
Edition of 100 plus a sizable 33 total proofs makes this the most available DirtyPilot piece here, keeping it accessible. Hand-signed and numbered on 300gsm cotton, it offers clear provenance. Confirm the publisher attribution, signature, and whether you are acquiring a numbered impression or a proof.
Historical Context
Published in 2011 by DirtyPilot, Most Wanted belongs to Cope2's early studio-era editions. The outlaw framing directly references his 1980s reputation as one of New York's most pursued bombers, reframing that history as a badge of honor within the print market.
Documented Release Details
- Object type
- Editioned print
- Release date
- 2011
- Release-date note
- Catalog-listed release year from the saved secondary record; primary release-page confirmation remains pending.
- Medium and materials
- Giclee Print; catalog dimensions 17 x 22 inches; This archival pigment print on 300 gms cotton paper, from an edition of 100, 10 artists proofs, and 23 printers proofs.
- Edition details
- The saved release record describes: This archival pigment print on 300 gms cotton paper, from an edition of 100, 10 artists proofs, and 23 printers proofs.
- Signature and marks
- The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature against a documented example of this edition.
Documented History and Meaning
History note: This page treats Cope2'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 in 2011 by DirtyPilot, Most Wanted belongs to Cope2's early studio-era editions. 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 2011 and attributes the edition to Dirty Pilot. The saved description also notes: Published by DirtyPilot Editions.
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 Dirty Pilot. 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.
- Cope2 — official site — Cope2 studio · primary artist source · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Official artist site; career context, not an individual-edition record.
- Cope2 — Wikipedia · reference encyclopedia · Accessed 2026-07-13 · General artist-level biographical and career reference.
- Cope2 (Q3480203) — Wikidata · reference knowledge base · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Structured identifier used for the artist across catalog metadata.
FAQ
What is the edition structure?
An edition of 100, plus 10 artist proofs and 23 printer proofs, published by DirtyPilot.
Is it signed and numbered?
Yes, it is hand-signed and numbered by Cope2 on 300gsm cotton paper.
What does the title reference?
Most Wanted plays on graffiti's outlaw identity and Cope2's reputation as a heavily pursued New York bomber.
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