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Tonight We Faile
Work Summary & Collector Notes
"Tonight We Faile" is a hand-finished varied edition of 100, printed in acrylic and silkscreen ink on Lenox 100 paper at 12.5 x 19 inches. Signed, stamped, and numbered, all 100 prints are unique across six different colorways, with the title delivering the duo's characteristic self-referential wit.
Collector notes: The saved release record describes: Varied Edition of 100. The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature against a documented example of this edition.
Why It Matters
The playful, self-naming title captures FAILE's knowing sense of humor, one of the traits that endears the duo to collectors. With every one of the 100 impressions unique across six colorways, the edition rewards those hunting specific palettes, while hand finishing keeps each print individual within an approachable format and price tier.
Collector Perspective
Collectors enjoy chasing the six colorways within this edition, with scarcer palettes drawing extra interest. The stated uniqueness of all 100 prints, combined with full signing, stamping, and numbering, makes provenance clear. The compact size suits smaller collections, and hand-painted variation is the feature buyers assess when comparing impressions.
Historical Context
FAILE's very name plays on the idea of productive failure, and titles like "Tonight We Faile" turn that into celebratory wordplay. This 2012 varied edition continues the duo's habit of embedding self-aware humor in their pulp-poster language, extending their brand identity into the collectible print itself.
Documented Release Details
- Object type
- Editioned screenprint
- Release date
- 2012
- Release-date note
- Catalog-listed release year from the saved secondary record; primary release-page confirmation remains pending.
- Medium and materials
- Screen Print | Hand Finished; catalog dimensions 19 x 12.5 inches; Dimensions: 12.5 x 19 Inches. Acrylic, Silkscreen Ink on Lenox 100 Paper Signed, Stamped and Numbered. Faile 2012; Please note all 100 prints are unique. There are 6 different color variations within the edition (Red, Pink, Yellow, Blue, Olive, Purple) These will be chosen at random.
- Edition details
- The saved release record describes: Varied Edition of 100.
- Signature and marks
- The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature against a documented example of this edition.
Documented History and Meaning
History note: This page treats Faile's broader career as background context, not proof that this specific edition belongs to any single exhibition or event. Release-level facts here come from a saved secondary catalog record.
Meaning / interpretation: No per-work artist statement is recorded for this edition. Any thematic reading should be treated as interpretation of the imagery, not a documented statement of the artist's intent. This interpretive note follows the cited artist or publisher context.
Release context: The saved catalog lists 2012 and attributes the edition to Faile Shop.
Authentication, Presentation and Provenance
- Original presentation
- Original packaging or presentation was not documented in the release sources reviewed.
- Authentication note
- Compare the support, dimensions, edition number, and signature against a documented example of this edition. Gauntlet Gallery does not authenticate works purchased from third parties.
- Provenance note
- Edition origin is attributed in the saved record to Faile Shop. That does not establish the ownership history of an individual copy: retain the original invoice, reseller or gallery paperwork, labels, correspondence, and condition photographs.
Sources and Verification
Verification status: Secondary catalog snapshot; artist-level context added
- Saved release record — Art Collectorz · secondary catalog snapshot · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Starting record for title, year, edition, dimensions, medium, and release description. Primary confirmation against the original release page remains pending.
- FAILE — official site — FAILE studio · primary artist source · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Official studio site; career context, not an individual-edition record.
- FAILE (artist collaboration) — Wikipedia · reference encyclopedia · Accessed 2026-07-13 · General artist-level biographical and career reference.
FAQ
How many colorways exist?
There are six different color variations across the edition of 100.
Are the prints unique?
Yes, all 100 impressions are described as unique due to hand finishing.
What materials are used?
Acrylic and silkscreen ink on Lenox 100 paper.
What size is the print?
It measures 12.5 x 19 inches.
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