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2020 (Summer)
Summary
2020 (Summer) is a 2020 hand-painted print in acrylic and silkscreen ink, sized 22 x 24 inches in an edition of 10, part of a four-season set (Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring) issued as a Rock The Vote B-Side. Signed, stamped, and numbered, it belongs to a themed suite tied to the studio's civic-minded 2020 release.
Why It Matters
The four-colorway seasonal structure and Rock The Vote B-Side framing give 2020 (Summer) both series-collecting appeal and a timestamp to a charged election year. At an edition of 10 and hand-painted, it combines scarcity with a documented cultural moment, making it more than a decorative print.
Collector Perspective
Collectors can pursue the full four-season set, with Summer as one component in an edition of 10. Verify the signature, stamp, and numbering, and note the Rock The Vote B-Side connection. The hand-painting and low run reward condition scrutiny and give the seasonal suite genuine set-building interest.
Historical Context
Released in 2020 amid a pivotal U.S. election, this print's Rock The Vote framing reflects Faile's willingness to engage civic themes. The four-season suite extends the studio's colorway-variant practice into a calendar concept, tying their layered imagery to a specific and turbulent cultural year.
FAQ
Is 2020 (Summer) part of a set?
Yes, it is one of four seasonal colorways: Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring.
What is the edition size?
Each seasonal colorway is a hand-painted edition of 10.
What does Rock The Vote B-Side mean?
It ties the print to the studio's civic-themed 2020 release as a companion piece.
What media were used?
Hand-painted acrylic and silkscreen ink, sized 22 x 24 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.