Gauntlet Gallery — D*Face Print Index
Feels So Good (First edition)
Summary
Released in 2009 through Black Rat Press, "Feels So Good" is among the most ambitious prints in D*Face's early catalogue. Combining a single-colour etching with a nine-colour screenprint on heavyweight 410 gsm Somerset Satin, the large-format work (138.5 x 84 cm) marries fine-art plate technique with the artist's signature pop-graphic language.
Why It Matters
This is a technically demanding piece that signalled D*Face's move from street-derived imagery toward gallery-grade printmaking. The etching-plus-screenprint hybrid and imposing scale set it apart from his standard editions, making it a benchmark for the artist's crossover into serious collectible printmaking during the late-2000s urban art boom.
Collector Perspective
With a signed edition of just 48, this sits at the low end of D*Face's run sizes, appealing to collectors who prioritise scarcity and technical merit. The combined intaglio and screenprint process and large format make condition and framing critical. Buyers should confirm the pencil signature and numbering against the stated edition of 48.
Historical Context
Black Rat Press was a pivotal London publisher for urban and street-derived artists in the late 2000s, and this 2009 release came as D*Face was consolidating his reputation alongside peers in that scene. The use of Somerset Satin and hand-etched plates reflects the era's push to legitimise street art through traditional print craftsmanship.
FAQ
What printing techniques were used?
It combines a one-colour etching with a nine-colour screenprint, printed on 410 gsm Somerset Satin textured paper.
How large is the print?
The sheet measures 138.5 x 84 cm, making it one of the larger works in D*Face's print catalogue.
How many were made?
It was issued as a signed edition of 48 through Black Rat Press in 2009.
What should a buyer verify?
Confirm the hand signature and edition number, and inspect the large sheet closely for handling creases or surface abrasion given its scale.
About the Artist
D*Face is the working name of Dean Stockton (born 1978, London), a British street artist and a leading figure in the UK urban-contemporary scene. Drawing on comic books, pop art, skate graphics, and consumer iconography, he developed a signature cast of characters — winged "D*Dog" motifs, skull-faced pin-ups, and subverted Americana — rendered in bold, Lichtenstein-indebted lines. From stickers and street work in the early 2000s, he built a substantial studio practice of paintings, sculpture, and signed prints, founded the StolenSpace Gallery in London, and has collaborated widely across music and fashion.
Collecting D*Face at Gauntlet Gallery
Which D*Face works should I collect?
His signed, numbered screenprints — especially hand-finished and low-edition works — are the collectible core, prized for bold pop imagery. Look for clean condition and the artist's signature. Gauntlet Gallery prioritizes complete, well-documented impressions.
How is a D*Face piece authenticated?
We sell his works with documented provenance and the edition's signature and numbering. Each piece is photographed as-is, including signature and edition details, so you can verify before purchase.
What drives value?
Edition size, hand-embellishment, iconic imagery, condition, and provenance all shape value. Low-numbered, hand-finished, and larger works command the strongest premiums.