Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Faile Print Index
The Great Leap (First edition)
Summary
The Great Leap is a hand-finished print in an edition of 20, measuring 25 x 30 inches. Released in 2009, it is part of a coherent set of same-format 25 x 30 inch Faile editions from that year, each produced in the same limited run of 20.
Why It Matters
The title's charged phrasing gives the image a sense of momentum and ambition characteristic of Faile's iconography. As a hand-finished edition of 20, each sheet carries its own painterly identity, and the print's place within a matched 2009 grouping makes it appealing to collectors assembling a set.
Collector Perspective
With 20 hand-finished sheets, the edition is scarce and each copy's individual treatment factors into desirability. Buyers should verify signing and numbering and evaluate condition on the 25 x 30 sheet, giving attention to any densely layered areas that are more prone to handling wear.
Historical Context
The Great Leap belongs to Faile's 2009 series of 25 x 30 inch hand-finished editions of 20. The uniform format and run size across these releases reflect the duo's methodical approach to small, individualized print editions during a productive year.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
The edition is 20.
How large is the print?
It measures 25 x 30 inches.
Is it hand-finished?
Yes, each of the 20 sheets is hand-finished.
What year is it from?
It was released in 2009.
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.