Gauntlet Gallery — Hijack Print Index
If Money Didn't Exist...
Summary
"If Money Didn't Exist..." is a 2015 one-color screen print on archival art paper at 22.5 x 30 inches in an edition of 92. It was released as part of a trio with "Perfectly Imperfect" and "Be A Voice," each signed, numbered, and thumbprinted on the back.
Why It Matters
The print carries the most economically pointed message of the 2015 trio, questioning the role of money itself. It anticipates the wealth-and-values theme Hijack expanded in 2016, and its one-color format keeps the emphasis squarely on the provocation.
Collector Perspective
As one of three coordinated works, it is frequently collected alongside its companions to complete the set. The shared 92-count edition, uniform format, and verso thumbprint make the trio a clean display group, with this piece contributing the sharpest anti-materialist line.
Historical Context
Released in 2015, the work sits within street art's tradition of anti-materialist commentary. Hijack renders the question in a single color, letting the open-ended phrase invite the viewer's own conclusion.
FAQ
What works accompany it?
Perfectly Imperfect and Be A Voice, released as a trio.
What is the edition size?
An edition of 92.
What are the dimensions?
The sheet measures 22.5 x 30 inches.
How is it authenticated?
Each print is signed, numbered, and thumbprinted on the back.
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.