Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Faile Print Index
Faile Forbidden
Summary
"Faile Forbidden" is a 2005 screen print signed and numbered by the artist, measuring 50 x 35 cm in an edition of 60. Part of Faile's compact 2005 screen-print group, it presents a "forbidden"-themed composition rooted in the studio's pulp-romance and taboo-tinged imagery.
Why It Matters
The "forbidden" motif connects to one of Faile's most enduring themes — forbidden and dangerous romance drawn from pulp sources. In an accessible edition of 60 and uniform format, it offers collectors an affordable way to acquire a piece carrying the studio's signature narrative charge, alongside its 2005 sibling prints.
Collector Perspective
As a uniform edition, prioritize condition, signature, and edition number over uniqueness. Confirm the hand signature and numbering, verify the 50 x 35 cm format, and inspect for fading or handling wear. Because it belongs to the coordinated 2005 group, many collectors pursue it as part of a matched set of Faile screen prints.
Historical Context
Faile's fascination with forbidden love and taboo imagery, sampled from pulp romance and comics, recurs across their editions. This 2005 screen print delivers that theme in the studio's accessible early gallery format, produced as they widened access to their imagery during the shift from street practice to editioned works.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
It is an edition of 60, signed and numbered by the artist.
What are the dimensions?
It measures 50 x 35 cm.
What theme does it explore?
It draws on Faile's recurring forbidden-love and taboo imagery from pulp-romance sources.
Is it part of a series?
Yes, it shares the format of the 2005 screen-print group and is often collected together.
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.