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Monster (III)
Summary
Monster (III) is a Faile varied edition of 12, dated 2006 in the artist's note, produced in acrylic and silkscreen on Lenox 100 paper at 25 x 35 inches. The (III) variant designation places it within the Monster series, carrying the collective's pulp-comic monster iconography across a large horizontal sheet. Signed, stamped, and numbered.
Why It Matters
Monster belongs to Faile's pulp-comic and horror-adjacent thematic vein, drawing on lurid vintage imagery. The (III) designation marks a distinct variant within a numbered series, and the large Lenox 100 format makes it a substantial hand-finished piece. The series structure gives collectors multiple related entry points into the motif.
Collector Perspective
An edition of 12 keeps Monster (III) scarce. Collectors tracking the Monster series value the variant numbering and the hand-finished differences between sheets. Note that Faile dates the work 2006 despite the 2007 catalog listing. The Lenox 100 substrate and the clarity of the signature-and-number stamp are standard evaluation points.
Historical Context
Dated 2006, Monster (III) reflects Faile's engagement with pulp-comic and horror imagery, part of the collective's broad appropriation of vintage popular culture. Issuing the composition as a numbered variant series is consistent with their mid-2000s studio practice.
FAQ
What does (III) indicate?
The (III) marks this as a distinct variant within Faile's Monster series, differentiated from other configurations of the composition.
What year is it?
Faile's note dates it 2006, though it is catalogued under 2007. The signature and stamp should be verified.
How many were made?
Monster (III) is a varied edition of 12, on Lenox 100 paper, signed, stamped, and numbered.
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.