Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Faile Print Index
Faile Ecstasy
Summary
Faile Ecstasy is a 2010 limited edition print in a run of 175, measuring 24 x 36 inches. Faile developed it from an original work they had fallen for the prior fall, choosing to produce a larger hand-printed edition so a wider audience could own the image.
Why It Matters
The print's origin as an enlargement of an original the artists personally favored gives it a direct link to their studio affections. At 175 it is one of the more accessible sheets from this window, making it a common entry point for collectors beginning to build a Faile holding.
Collector Perspective
The larger edition size means Faile Ecstasy is more readily found than the duo's tiny hand-finished runs, which keeps it approachable. For collectors, condition and clean margins on the 24 x 36 sheet matter most, since a bigger edition rewards buyers who hold out for the best-preserved examples.
Historical Context
Released in 2010, the print reflects Faile's practice of revisiting favored originals and scaling them into editions. It sits within a prolific stretch for the Brooklyn duo, complementing the smaller experimental runs of the same year with a broader, more widely distributed image.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
The edition is 175, one of the larger Faile runs from this period.
Where did the image come from?
It was based on an original the artists loved from the prior fall, scaled up into a larger hand-printed edition.
How large is the print?
It measures 24 x 36 inches.
Is it hand-printed?
Yes, Faile produced it as a larger hand-printed edition.
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.