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Eat With The Wolf (Wolf Within - Red)
Summary
"Eat With The Wolf (Wolf Within - Red)" is a hand-finished edition of 50, printed in acrylic and silkscreen ink on paper at 16 x 12.5 inches. Signed, stamped, and numbered FAILE 2012, it was tied to a Hurricane Sandy relief fundraiser, giving the small red edition a charitable backstory.
Why It Matters
Beyond its edition of 50, this print carries meaningful provenance as part of a Hurricane Sandy relief effort, connecting FAILE's work to a specific 2012 charitable moment. The Wolf Within imagery is a recognizable FAILE motif, and the red colorway plus the fundraiser link give the piece both aesthetic and narrative distinction.
Collector Perspective
The Hurricane Sandy relief association adds a layer of storytelling collectors value, situating the print in a moment of community response. At 50 hand-finished impressions it is scarcer than the larger series, and the red colorway differentiates it. Numbering out of 50 and the full studio mark anchor authentication for prospective buyers.
Historical Context
Hurricane Sandy struck the New York region in October 2012, and many local artists, FAILE among them, mobilized relief fundraisers. The Wolf Within motif recurs in FAILE's catalog as a symbol of inner drive and appetite. This red edition fuses that imagery with a charitable purpose specific to the storm's aftermath.
FAQ
What cause is this print associated with?
It was tied to a Hurricane Sandy relief fundraiser in 2012.
What is the edition size?
It is an edition of 50, hand-finished.
Which colorway is this?
This is the Red version of the Wolf Within composition.
How is it authenticated?
Each print is signed, stamped, and numbered FAILE 2012.
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.