Gauntlet Gallery — D*Face Print Index
Hollywood Boom
Summary
"Hollywood Boom" (2014) is a signed and numbered eight-colour screen print on cotton paper from Stolen Space, released in an edition of 150. The title and colour-rich build point to D*Face's satirical read on Hollywood spectacle and the American entertainment machine.
Why It Matters
The archival cotton paper and eight-colour process signal a considered gallery edition rather than a quick release. "Hollywood Boom" fits squarely within D*Face's ongoing critique of American consumer and celebrity culture, making it representative of the themes that define his commercial print work.
Collector Perspective
At 150, the edition is accessible while still limited, offering a solid entry point into D*Face's 2014 output. Cotton-paper stock supports longevity when stored and framed properly. Signed-and-numbered status aids authentication; collectors should confirm the numbering falls within the stated edition of 150.
Historical Context
Produced in 2014 with Stolen Space, "Hollywood Boom" reflects D*Face's decade-long preoccupation with the seductive-yet-hollow imagery of American pop culture. The Hollywood theme extends the artist's habit of appropriating the visual language of entertainment and advertising to expose its excess.
FAQ
How many colours are in the print?
It is an eight-colour screen print.
What paper is it printed on?
It is printed on cotton paper, an archival-quality stock.
What is the edition size?
The edition is 150, signed and numbered.
Who published it?
It was published by Stolen Space in 2014.
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.