Gauntlet Gallery — D*Face Print Index
Untitled (Wings) (Red)
Summary
This 2008 "Untitled (Wings) (Red)" is a hand-painted multiple in aerosol on cardboard, measuring 13 x 18 inches. Released through Fifty24SF in an edition of 13, each is signed, numbered, dated, and inscribed in ink on the verso. It originated as a gift given in return for a homeless-charity donation.
Why It Matters
Unlike D*Face's screenprints, this is a hand-painted aerosol work on humble cardboard, bringing his spray practice directly onto a collectible object. The charitable origin gives it a distinctive backstory, and the fully inscribed verso makes each example a uniquely documented artefact rather than a uniform print.
Collector Perspective
With only 13 in the edition and hand-applied aerosol, this is one of the rarest and most personal items in D*Face's output. Cardboard is fragile, so condition and structural integrity are paramount. The ink inscriptions on the verso are central to authenticity and should be examined carefully.
Historical Context
Fifty24SF, the gallery arm associated with San Francisco's Upper Playground, was a key West Coast platform for urban artists in the 2000s. Producing hand-painted multiples tied to a charitable cause reflected the community-minded ethos that ran through much street-derived art of the period.
FAQ
Is this a print or a painting?
It is a hand-painted multiple made with aerosol on cardboard, not a screenprint.
How small is the edition?
Only 13 were made, each signed, numbered, dated, and inscribed in ink on the verso.
What is its origin story?
It was originally given as a gift in return for a homeless-charity donation.
What condition concerns apply?
The cardboard support is delicate, so buyers should assess surface, edges, and the verso inscriptions closely.
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.