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Hollywood Deck
Summary
Hollywood is a 2019 FAILE skate deck on 7-ply maple, measuring 9.5 x 28.5 inches in an unnumbered edition of 150. Each deck is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from BEYOND THE STREETS, signed by curator Roger Gastman, confirming both authenticity and edition size for this exhibition-linked release.
Why It Matters
The BEYOND THE STREETS provenance sets this deck apart from standard studio releases. A COA signed by curator Roger Gastman ties the object to one of the most significant contemporary graffiti and street-art exhibition platforms, adding institutional context that many editioned decks lack.
Collector Perspective
Collectors weigh the BEYOND THE STREETS association heavily, as the Gastman-signed COA provides third-party curatorial documentation of authenticity and the 150 edition size. The unnumbered format means impressions are undifferentiated, so condition and intact COA are the decisive value factors on this deck.
Historical Context
BEYOND THE STREETS, curated by Roger Gastman, has staged major surveys of graffiti and street art and produced editions with participating artists. FAILE's inclusion reflects the duo's standing within that lineage, and the exhibition-linked deck situates their studio practice inside a broader institutional street-art narrative.
FAQ
Who authenticates this deck?
BEYOND THE STREETS, with a certificate of authenticity signed by curator Roger Gastman confirming authenticity and edition size.
Is the deck numbered?
No, it is an unnumbered edition of 150, so individual impressions are not sequentially marked.
What are the deck dimensions?
9.5 x 28.5 inches on 7-ply maple.
Why does the BEYOND THE STREETS link matter?
It provides curatorial provenance tying the deck to a landmark street-art exhibition platform, adding documented context beyond a standard studio release.
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.