Gauntlet Gallery — Cope2 Print Index
Stacked Bubble Throwies (Blue Edition)
Summary
"Stacked Bubble Throwies (Blue Edition)" is a 2017 2-color screen print by Cope2, measuring 16 x 20 inches on hand-deckled 335gsm Coventry Rag fine art paper in an edition of 20. The hand-deckled edges and small run give it a handcrafted, gallery-grade character.
Why It Matters
With an edition of just 20, this is one of the scarcest prints in Cope2's catalog. "Throwies," quick bubble-letter pieces, are core graffiti vocabulary, and stacking them into a composition on hand-deckled Coventry Rag turns a rapid street form into a deliberate, tactile fine-art object.
Collector Perspective
The tiny edition of 20 makes this a genuine scarcity play, and hand-deckled edges add a distinctive artisanal quality prized by print collectors. The 2-color build keeps the composition graphic and clean. Confirm the blue-edition colorway and signature, and handle the deckled edges carefully when framing.
Historical Context
A "throwie" is graffiti shorthand for a fast, two-color bubble-letter piece, meant to be executed quickly and often. By stacking throwies into a composed print in 2017, Cope2 memorializes one of the culture's most utilitarian forms as a considered studio edition.
FAQ
What is a throwie?
Graffiti slang for a quick, typically two-color bubble-letter piece meant to be done fast and often.
How small is the edition?
Just 20, one of the scarcest runs in Cope2's catalog.
What paper is used?
Hand-deckled 335gsm Coventry Rag fine art paper.
What are the dimensions?
16 x 20 inches, in the blue edition.
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.