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Paradise (Yellow)
Summary
"Paradise (Yellow)" is a hand-finished screen print from an edition of 20, printed in acrylic and silkscreen ink on Lenox 100 paper at 23 x 38 inches. Signed, stamped, and numbered FAILE 2012, the yellow colorway delivers the composition in a large-format, small-edition hand-worked release.
Why It Matters
An edition of only 20 at nearly 38 inches places Paradise among FAILE's scarcer large hand-finished prints. The yellow colorway is one of several palette treatments of the composition, and the combination of scale, small run, and acrylic hand finishing gives each impression significant individual presence and collector appeal.
Collector Perspective
Collectors weigh the yellow colorway against other Paradise palettes when building focused holdings. The tight edition of 20 and large format make wall-ready examples desirable, while acrylic hand finishing individualizes each print. Numbering out of 20 and the full FAILE mark support authentication; condition of the large sheet is a key evaluation point.
Historical Context
FAILE's practice of issuing a single composition in multiple colorways lets collectors assemble palette variations, and Paradise follows that model with Yellow and Purple treatments. This 2012 large-format edition reflects the duo's continued interest in idyllic, aspirational imagery filtered through their pulp and poster aesthetic.
FAQ
How large is the edition?
It is an edition of 20, making it a scarce hand-finished release.
Which colorways exist?
This is the Yellow version; a Purple treatment of the composition also exists.
What are the dimensions?
The sheet measures 23 x 38 inches.
What materials are used?
Acrylic and silkscreen ink on Lenox 100 paper.
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.