Gauntlet Gallery — Cope2 Print Index
True Legend 25 (Timed Edition)
Summary
"True Legend 25" is a 2025 timed-edition archival pigment print by Cope2, sized 14 x 12 inches on 290gsm Moab Entrada fine art paper. Each print is signed and numbered by the artist and accompanied by a signed 1XRUN certificate of authenticity, released alongside its companion piece "The Goat 25."
Why It Matters
Timed editions capture demand within a fixed window rather than a preset number, so the final run reflects real collector interest at release. As a smaller-format, accessibly scaled Cope2 print with 1XRUN authentication, this piece is an approachable way to own a signed work while still carrying the artist's signature lettering style.
Collector Perspective
Because timed editions have no fixed cap, verify the actual number in your example and retain the signed 1XRUN certificate, which underpins provenance. The compact 14 x 12 dimensions suit intimate framing and grouping, and pairing it with "The Goat 25" creates a natural diptych for collectors who acquire both.
Historical Context
1XRUN, a Detroit-based print publisher, has released timed editions with graffiti and street artists including Cope2 for years. The title nods to Cope2's own standing as a veteran of the Bronx scene, framing him as a "true legend" of the movement he helped shape from the 1980s onward.
FAQ
What is a timed edition?
The run is open for a set window rather than capped at a fixed number, so the final edition size depends on how many collectors order during that period.
Does it come with a certificate?
Yes. Each print includes a signed 1XRUN certificate of authenticity.
Is there a companion print?
Yes. It was released alongside "The Goat 25," a matching 14 x 12 inch print.
What are its dimensions?
It measures 14 x 12 inches 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.