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Sweet Sins (Brooklyn Edition)
Summary
Sweet Sins (Brooklyn Edition) is a 2015 classic FAILE wood-block-style print, a twenty-seven-color silkscreen in an edition of 500 at 28 x 40 inches on thick archival paper. The high color count and large scale make it one of the studio's most lushly layered releases.
Why It Matters
At twenty-seven colors, Sweet Sins Brooklyn is among the most color-dense prints FAILE has produced, and its wood-block styling references the duo's signature carved-poster aesthetic. The Brooklyn Edition designation ties it to FAILE's home base, giving it added identity within the studio's output.
Collector Perspective
The larger edition of 500 makes this more available than the studio's tighter runs, but the exceptional color count and 28 x 40 inch format give it strong visual weight. Collectors value the wood-block look and Brooklyn tie-in; the accessible edition size suits those entering FAILE's hand-pulled work.
Historical Context
The wood-block-style print references FAILE's long practice of carved and layered surfaces evoking vintage signage and pulp posters. Naming it the Brooklyn Edition anchors the piece to the duo's studio home, a recurring point of pride across their releases.
FAQ
How many colors does Sweet Sins use?
Twenty-seven silkscreened colors on thick archival paper.
What is the edition size?
500, at 28 x 40 inches.
What does 'wood block-style' mean here?
It refers to FAILE's classic carved-poster aesthetic evoking vintage wood-block signage, a signature look for the studio.
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.