Gauntlet Gallery — D*Face Print Index
Pop Tart (Yellow)
Summary
"Pop Tart (Yellow)" is a 2007 Black Rat Press screenprint in a signed edition of 125, with 20 additional artist's proofs. A seven-colour print on 410gsm Somerset Satin White, its 58 x 58 cm image sits within a 74 x 76 cm sheet. The subject fuses pin-up glamour with D*Face's signature comic-book decay.
Why It Matters
The seven-colour build is technically ambitious, showing D*Face pushing screenprinting toward rich, layered colour rather than flat graphics. "Pop Tart" epitomises his collision of Pop Art seduction and grotesque undertone, a hallmark of his portrait work. The heavyweight Somerset stock signals a deluxe production intended to endure.
Collector Perspective
With 125 in the edition plus 20 APs, availability is moderate, and the seven-colour registration means print quality varies, so crisp, well-aligned colour is worth seeking. The generous white margins around the 58 x 58 cm image are vulnerable to soiling and should be checked. Numbered impressions and clean Somerset stock hold appeal.
Historical Context
D*Face's "Pop Tart" imagery draws on Lichtenstein-style comic panels and mid-century pin-up advertising, subverted with rot and menace. Black Rat Press produced several of his most technically involved editions in this era. The yellow colourway is one variant within his broader practice of releasing works in multiple palettes.
FAQ
How many colours were used?
It is a seven-colour screenprint on 410gsm Somerset Satin White paper.
Are there artist's proofs?
Yes, the signed edition of 125 is supplemented by 20 artist's proofs.
What is the image size?
The image measures 58 x 58 cm within a 74 x 76 cm sheet.
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.