Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Faile Print Index
No Escape (First edition)
Summary
No Escape is a varied-edition print of 23 in acrylic and silkscreen ink on Lenox 100 paper, measuring 25 x 38 inches. Signed, stamped, and numbered in 2009, each sheet is individually hand-finished, placing it among Faile's small, labor-intensive editions from the close of that decade.
Why It Matters
The varied-edition treatment means every copy of No Escape departs from the next, giving the run the character of related unique works. Its taut, dramatic title fits Faile's pulp-inflected visual language, and the hand-painting elevates it well above a standard reproducible silkscreen.
Collector Perspective
At 23 sheets, the edition is very scarce, and the individual hand-finishing makes copy-by-copy variation a real factor in desirability. Verify the 2009 signature, stamp, and numbering, and inspect the built-up acrylic layers for any lifting along the 25 x 38 sheet's heavily worked areas.
Historical Context
Dated 2009 in its signing, No Escape belongs to Faile's late-decade run of hand-finished varied editions on Lenox 100. It reflects the duo's consistent method of layering acrylic over silkscreen to produce small, deliberately non-uniform runs during this productive stretch.
FAQ
Is every print identical?
No. It is a varied edition, so each of the 23 sheets is individually hand-finished.
What is the edition size?
The edition is 23.
When was it signed?
The sheets are signed, stamped, and numbered 2009.
What media were used?
Acrylic and silkscreen ink on Lenox 100 paper at 25 x 38 inches.
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.