Gauntlet Gallery — D*Face Print Index
Statue Of Liberty (First Edition)
Summary
"Statue of Liberty," published by Black Rat Press in 2008, is an eight-colour screenprint including varnish on 310 gsm Somerset Satin. With a sheet of 75 x 93 cm and image of 55 x 75 cm, it applies D*Face's subversive pop sensibility to one of America's most recognisable icons, released as a signed edition of 150.
Why It Matters
Reworking the Statue of Liberty places this print squarely within D*Face's ongoing critique of American iconography and consumer myth-making. The added varnish layer gives the surface depth and sheen, elevating an accessible edition of 150 into a considered gallery object that engages directly with a loaded national symbol.
Collector Perspective
At an edition of 150, this is one of D*Face's more available 2008 prints, offering an entry point into his catalogue without sacrificing the Black Rat Press pedigree. The varnish surface is prone to scuffing, so condition matters. Collectors should check that the signature and number are present and legible.
Historical Context
2008 was a productive year for D*Face at Black Rat Press, coinciding with his aPOPcalypse and related exhibition activity. His treatment of American symbols during this period reflected a broader current in urban art that repurposed patriotic and commercial imagery to question consumer culture and national mythology.
FAQ
How many colours were used?
Eight colours including a varnish layer, printed on 310 gsm Somerset Satin paper.
What are the dimensions?
The sheet is 75 x 93 cm with an image size of 55 x 75 cm.
What is the edition size?
It was released as a signed edition of 150 by Black Rat Press in 2008.
Does the varnish affect handling?
Yes. The varnish gives a glossy finish that can show scuffs, so careful storage and framing are recommended.
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.