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Yellow Pages Ganesha
Summary
Yellow Pages Ganesha is a 2007 Faile print in an edition of seven, made with acrylic and silkscreen on archival 140 lb watercolor paper at 25 x 33 inches. It merges the collective's Ganesha iconography with their Yellow Pages series, blending a devotional Hindu figure with Faile's pulp-collage graphic language. Signed, stamped, and numbered.
Why It Matters
The Ganesha motif recurs across Faile's catalog as one of their most recognizable religious-iconographic images. Folding it into the Yellow Pages framework shows how the collective layered sacred imagery over commercial and pulp references, a juxtaposition central to their aesthetic. At an edition of seven, this is a notably small run.
Collector Perspective
With just seven impressions, Yellow Pages Ganesha is very scarce. Collectors drawn to Faile's spiritual iconography prize the Ganesha works, and pairing that figure with the Yellow Pages treatment adds an extra layer of interest. Each hand-finished sheet varies, so background and finish quality matter in assessment.
Historical Context
Faile's engagement with Ganesha and other devotional imagery reflects the collective's magpie approach to visual culture, drawing on religious iconography alongside comics, romance pulp, and street signage. The 2007 Yellow Pages editions represent a productive period when these cross-cultural references were consolidating into a coherent studio language.
FAQ
How many were made?
Yellow Pages Ganesha is an edition of seven, one of Faile's smaller 2007 print runs, on archival 140 lb watercolor paper.
What is the Ganesha imagery about?
Ganesha is a recurring devotional figure in Faile's work, folded here into their Yellow Pages series alongside pulp-collage graphics.
Is the print signed?
Yes, it is signed, stamped, and numbered by Faile and dated 2007.
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.