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Worlds Reflected
Summary
Worlds Reflected (Hot Line B-Side) is a 2021 hand-painted print in silkscreen ink, spray paint, and acrylic on archival Lenox 100, sized 24 x 38 inches in an edition of 12. Signed, stamped, and embossed, it shares the Hot Line B-Side framing, positioning it as a companion within the studio's paired release concept.
Why It Matters
Like its Hot Line siblings, Worlds Reflected uses the A-side/B-side conceit to link works into collectible pairs. Its edition of 12 and full hand-painting place it in the scarce, individually varied tier, where aerosol and acrylic layers over silkscreen give each impression its own character.
Collector Perspective
With only 12 examples and hand-applied media, scarcity and condition drive desirability. Collectors should confirm the signature, stamp, and emboss, and note the Hot Line B-Side relationship as an opportunity to assemble a matched set. Inspect the spray and acrylic layers closely given the tiny run.
Historical Context
The Hot Line series draws on record culture and music nostalgia, a recurring Faile theme. Worlds Reflected, as a B-Side, continues the studio's practice of ultra-small hand-painted editions, carrying their street-derived layering vocabulary into a controlled 2021 studio print on heavyweight archival stock.
FAQ
How does Worlds Reflected relate to Hot Line?
It is a Hot Line B-Side, a companion piece within the paired release concept.
What is the edition size?
It is a hand-painted edition of 12.
What are the media and dimensions?
Silkscreen ink, spray paint, and acrylic on Lenox 100, sized 24 x 38 inches.
Is it authenticated?
Yes, it is signed, stamped, and embossed.
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.