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New York Invasion Black Light Print (Unsigned)
Summary
The New York Invasion Black Light Print is a 2015 open-edition offset print at 24 x 36 inches, carrying a special NY Invasion studio stamp. Designed to respond under black light, it is an unsigned, accessibly produced piece tied to FAILE's New York Invasion project.
Why It Matters
The black-light responsiveness makes this an unusual novelty within FAILE's catalog, distinct from the studio's standard flat prints. As an open edition with a project-specific stamp, it functions as an affordable memento of the New York Invasion body of work rather than a limited collectible.
Collector Perspective
This is an entry-level, open-edition offset piece — unsigned and stamped rather than numbered. Its value lies in the black-light gimmick and its association with the NY Invasion project. Collectors should treat it as a fun, accessible acquisition rather than a scarcity play.
Historical Context
FAILE's New York Invasion project extended the duo's imagery across a themed body of work. Producing an open-edition black-light print made that project accessible to a broad audience, echoing the wide-distribution ethos of the duo's street-poster origins.
FAQ
Is this print signed or numbered?
No. It is an open, unsigned edition carrying a special NY Invasion studio stamp.
What is special about it?
It is a black-light print, designed to respond under UV light, at 24 x 36 inches.
What project is it tied to?
FAILE's New York Invasion body of work, 2015.
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.