Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Faile Print Index
Blind Love
Summary
Blind Love is a 2021 hand-finished screen print sized 24 x 38 inches in an edition of 6, released by the studio as part of a Valentine's-themed pair intended to bring warmth to a cold New York winter. Its romance theme and tiny run place it among the scarcest, most individually varied works in this group.
Why It Matters
With an edition of just 6 and a Valentine's-inspired concept, Blind Love is both scarce and thematically pointed. The studio positioned it explicitly around love and romance, aligning it with Faile's enduring interest in pin-up and comic-book affection. Hand-finishing ensures impression-level individuality.
Collector Perspective
An edition of 6 makes scarcity and condition the primary considerations. Collectors should confirm studio marks and appreciate the piece's connection to the studio's 2021 Valentine's release. Its romance theme and rarity give it a memorable narrative and standout status within a collection.
Historical Context
Faile's love-and-romance imagery reaches back to their fascination with vintage comics and pin-up advertising. Blind Love, released to heat up a chilly New York winter around Valentine's Day 2021, exemplifies the studio's habit of pairing seasonal concepts with ultra-limited hand-finished prints.
FAQ
How limited is Blind Love?
It is a hand-finished edition of 6.
What theme does it explore?
A Valentine's, love-and-romance theme, released as part of a 2021 pair.
What are the dimensions?
It measures 24 x 38 inches.
Why was it released?
The studio framed it around Valentine's Day, to bring warmth to a cold New York winter.
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.