Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Faile Print Index
10 Ways (Vaidade)
Summary
10 Ways: Vaidade is a varied-edition print of 23, combining acrylic and silkscreen ink on Lenox 100 paper at 23 x 38 inches. Signed, stamped, and numbered in 2010, the Portuguese title Vaidade (vanity) situates it within a themed set exploring variations on a single conceptual thread.
Why It Matters
As a varied edition, each of the 23 sheets carries individual hand-painting, so the run functions as a family of related-but-distinct works rather than identical prints. The Vaidade theme ties it to a broader 10 Ways conceptual series, giving collectors a narrative hook beyond the image itself.
Collector Perspective
Twenty-three hand-finished sheets is a genuinely small, scarce run, and the varied-edition format means the specific painterly treatment of a given copy is central to its appeal. Confirm the 2010 signature, stamp, and number, and evaluate the acrylic passages on the tall 23 x 38 sheet for stability.
Historical Context
The 10 Ways framing reflects Faile's interest in thematic variation, and the Vaidade subtitle nods to vanity as a recurring undercurrent in their romantic, pulp-derived imagery. The hand-painted acrylic-over-silkscreen method typifies the labor-heavy studio approach the duo favored in 2010.
FAQ
What does the title mean?
Vaidade is Portuguese for vanity, tying the work to the 10 Ways thematic set.
What is a varied edition?
Each of the 23 prints is individually hand-finished, so no two copies match exactly.
What is the edition size?
The edition is 23.
What media and paper were used?
Acrylic and silkscreen ink on Lenox 100 paper at 23 x 38 inches.
About the Artist
FAILE is a Brooklyn-based artistic collaboration founded in 1999 by Patrick McNeil and Patrick Miller. Known for a distinctive collage aesthetic that blends comic-book imagery, pulp advertising, religious iconography, and street-poster typography, FAILE built its reputation through wheat-pasted works and stencils in cities worldwide. The duo is celebrated for reviving printmaking and woodblock techniques, and for immersive installations such as their prayer-wheel and temple environments. Their work has been exhibited internationally, including projects with the New York City Ballet, bridging street practice and fine-art institutions.
Collecting Faile at Gauntlet Gallery
Which FAILE works are best to collect?
FAILE's signed, numbered silkscreen editions and their hand-finished wood and mixed-media pieces are the core of the market. Screenprints from their studio releases offer an accessible entry, while unique wooden "blocks" and painted works sit at the higher end. Gauntlet Gallery focuses on complete, well-preserved impressions with strong color registration.
How is a FAILE piece authenticated?
We sell FAILE works with documented studio provenance, backed by the edition's signature and numbering. Every piece is photographed as-is, including the signature, edition number, and any studio markings, so you can confirm details before purchase.
What makes one FAILE piece worth more?
Edition size, medium (unique wood pieces over open prints), iconic imagery, condition, and provenance from a known release all drive value. Hand-embellished and one-of-a-kind works consistently outperform standard editioned prints.