Gauntlet Gallery — D*Face Print Index
Ha Ha Ha, Not So Superman
Summary
"Ha Ha Ha, Not So Superman" debuted at D*Face's Black Rat Press show in London on 2 October 2008. Built from a single-colour etching overlaid with an eighteen-colour screenprint on 300 gsm Moulin de Gué paper, the 60 x 88.5 cm work turns a comic-book superhero on its head with the artist's darkly humorous pop wit.
Why It Matters
The eighteen-colour screenprint over an etched plate makes this one of the most colour-intensive prints in D*Face's early output. By deflating a Superman archetype, it captures his recurring theme of fallen or corrupted icons, connecting comic-book nostalgia to a knowing commentary on heroism and consumer fantasy.
Collector Perspective
Tied to a specific dated exhibition, this print carries a clear provenance anchor that collectors value. The demanding eighteen-colour process rewards close inspection of registration and colour saturation. Buyers should confirm signature and numbering, and note the less common Moulin de Gué paper stock when assessing condition.
Historical Context
Debuting at a documented October 2008 Black Rat Press exhibition, the print sits within the peak of London's street-art-to-gallery transition. D*Face's reworking of American comic heroes during this period aligned with a wider pop-subversion movement that mined 20th-century popular culture for material.
FAQ
When was it released?
It launched at D*Face's Black Rat Press exhibition in London on 2 October 2008.
What is the print method?
A single-colour etching combined with an eighteen-colour screenprint on 300 gsm Moulin de Gué paper.
What are its dimensions?
The work measures 60 x 88.5 cm.
Why does the colour count matter?
Eighteen screenprint colours make it unusually complex, so registration precision and vibrancy are key quality indicators.
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.