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Inside Out In Shimmering Red
Summary
Inside Out In Shimmering Red is a hand-painted varied edition of 24, built from acrylic, silkscreen ink, and spray paint on Coventry Rag 320gsm at 28 x 40 inches. Carrying a Jerry B-Side, each of the 24 impressions is individually worked and signed, stamped, and embossed, with the FAILE 1986 mark applied.
Why It Matters
This sits in FAILE's premium hand-finished tier, where the shimmering red palette and individual painterly intervention make each of the 24 impressions unique. The Jerry B-Side gives the sheet a second image on the reverse, doubling the work's visual content and reinforcing its status as a near-unique object rather than a standard print.
Collector Perspective
Released at $1,450, this hand-worked varied edition rewards close evaluation of the specific example's red tonality and painterly detail, since no two of the 24 are identical. Collectors should verify the signature, stamp, and embossing, and consider the Jerry B-Side as an integral part of the piece's value proposition.
Historical Context
FAILE's varied editions from the late 2010s carry the duo's collage aesthetic into painterly, layered surfaces. The recurring 1986 stamp and the two-sided B-Side construction are hallmarks of this period's larger hand-finished works, which represent the studio's most labor-intensive editioned output.
FAQ
What makes this a varied edition?
Each of the 24 impressions is hand-painted individually with acrylic and spray paint, so every sheet is visually distinct.
What is the Jerry B-Side?
A second image printed on the reverse of the sheet, making the work double-sided by design.
How limited is it?
Only 24 hand-painted impressions were produced, placing it in FAILE's most exclusive editioned tier.
What does the shimmering red refer to?
It describes the distinctive red palette applied across the hand-finished surface, a defining feature of this specific 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.