Gauntlet Gallery — Hijack Print Index
Protect The Earth And The Earth Will Protect You
Summary
Protect The Earth And The Earth Will Protect You is a 2022 screen print in an edition of 50 at 30 x 22.5 inches. The environmental message is direct, framed as a reciprocal promise. Beyond the numbered run, the release offers 5 APs, 10 one-of-a-kinds, 7 canvases, and 6 one-of-a-kind canvases.
Why It Matters
The piece sits squarely within Hijack's environmental thread, using a plainspoken maxim to carry the message. The generous set of unique and canvas tiers, including 10 one-of-a-kinds, gives the title depth for collectors while keeping the numbered edition accessible.
Collector Perspective
The edition of 50 offers straightforward access, while 10 one-of-a-kinds and 6 unique canvases form a substantial exclusive tier. Environmentally themed street art has a devoted following, so collectors may weigh message alongside format when choosing among tiers.
Historical Context
Released in 2022, this print belongs to Hijack's recurring engagement with ecology and conservation. Its reciprocal slogan reflects a protest-poster tradition of pairing clear text with an urgent cause.
FAQ
What is the message?
It frames environmental care as reciprocal, protecting the earth so it protects us.
What is the edition size?
The main edition is 50, with 5 APs, 10 one-of-a-kinds, 7 canvases, and 6 unique canvases.
Are canvas versions available?
Yes, both a canvas run of 7 and one-of-a-kind canvases of 6.
What medium and size?
A screen print at 30 x 22.5 inches.
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.