Gauntlet Gallery — Hijack Print Index
BFF (First Edition)
Summary
BFF is Hijack's 2024 giclee edition of 92, printed at 30 x 20 inches. The subject pairs childhood friendship with the artist's signature streetwise irony, rendered in the crisp, layered detail that giclee allows. Beyond the main run sit seven artist proofs and five unique variants, giving the release a small tier of one-off pieces atop the numbered edition.
Why It Matters
As one of Hijack's more recent releases, BFF shows the artist continuing to mine themes of innocence and connection while working in giclee rather than screen print. The three-tier structure of numbered edition, AP, and unique works reflects a maturing studio practice that rewards collectors seeking scarcity within a single title.
Collector Perspective
The edition of 92 makes standard prints the accessible entry point, while the 7 APs and 5 unique variants function as the coveted tier for collectors chasing rarity. Buyers should confirm which tier a given example belongs to, since the unique works carry a materially different profile from the numbered run.
Historical Context
Hijack, the son of an established street artist, emerged with stencil-driven work exploring youth, consumerism, and social commentary. BFF, dated 2024, sits among his later editions and reflects his ongoing turn toward giclee printing for images demanding fine tonal gradation over the flat color of screen print.
FAQ
How large is the BFF edition?
The numbered edition is 92, supplemented by 7 artist proofs and 5 unique variants, all at 30 x 20 inches.
What medium is BFF?
It is a giclee print, a fine-art inkjet process suited to detailed, tonally rich imagery.
What sets the unique variants apart?
The 5 unique examples are one-off pieces distinct from the standard numbered run, making them the scarcest tier of the release.
When was BFF released?
BFF is dated 2024, placing it among Hijack's more recent editions.
About the Artist
Hijack is a Los Angeles-based street artist, the son of the French urban artist Blek le Rat, who is often credited as a pioneer of stencil graffiti and an influence on Banksy. Working primarily in stencil and mixed media, Hijack creates satirical, pop-culture-charged imagery that comments on consumerism, politics, and celebrity, frequently juxtaposing childhood innocence with adult themes. He has exhibited in galleries across the United States and internationally, and his editions and originals have attracted a growing collector base within the contemporary urban-art market.
Collecting Hijack at Gauntlet Gallery
How should I start collecting Hijack?
Signed, numbered editions are the natural entry point, with hand-embellished prints and original stencil-on-canvas works representing the higher tier. Look for bold, recognizable imagery and clean condition. Gauntlet Gallery selects pieces with complete signing and documented release history.
How is authenticity handled?
Hijack works are offered with documented studio provenance and the artist's signature and numbering. We photograph the specific piece you will receive, capturing the signature and edition details so you can verify before buying.
What drives Hijack's value?
Scarcity (edition size and unique works), subject matter, hand-embellishment, condition, and provenance tied to a documented release are the primary value drivers. Originals and low-numbered embellished prints command the strongest prices.