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Savage World (II)
Summary
Savage World (II) is a 2007 Faile varied edition of 14, made with acrylic and silkscreen on Lenox 100 paper at 25 x 34 inches. Part of the Savage World series and marked as the (II) variant, it carries the collective's pulp-adventure iconography across a large horizontal sheet. Signed, stamped, and numbered.
Why It Matters
The Savage World title belongs to Faile's recurring adventure-and-pulp thematic vein, echoing the lurid paperback and comic sources the collective mined throughout the 2000s. The (II) designation places it within a numbered series of variants, and the Lenox 100 stock ties it to Faile's heavier printmaking editions of the period.
Collector Perspective
At an edition of 14, Savage World (II) is scarce. Collectors following Faile's Savage series value the variant numbering and the hand-finished differences between sheets. The Lenox 100 substrate and the clarity of the signature-and-number stamp are standard evaluation points for this era of Faile output.
Historical Context
Faile's Savage-titled works reflect the collective's fascination with pulp-adventure imagery, translating vintage comic and paperback tropes into contemporary screen-printed editions. The 2007 Lenox 100 prints represent a mature phase of this studio practice.
FAQ
What series does this belong to?
It belongs to Faile's Savage World series, marked as the (II) variant, drawing on the collective's pulp-adventure iconography.
How many were made?
Savage World (II) is a varied edition of 14, on Lenox 100 paper, signed, stamped, and numbered, dated 2007.
What are the dimensions?
The sheet measures 25 x 34 inches, a large horizontal format.
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.