Gauntlet Gallery — Hijack Print Index
Some People Are So Poor All They Have Is Money (Black Paper)
Summary
"Some People Are So Poor All They Have Is Money (Black Paper)" is a 2016 one-color screen print on archival art paper, at 22.5 x 30 inches in an edition of 46. Released in two colors and on canvas, each impression is signed and numbered.
Why It Matters
The print carries one of the most quotable lines in Hijack's 2016 text series, an anti-materialist maxim that captures the theme of the whole group. The small 46-count paper edition and the pointed message give it strong appeal among collectors of statement-driven work.
Collector Perspective
It forms a natural set with "You Aren't Wealthy..." and "Wisdom Comes From Living" from the same 2016 run. Because the image exists in two paper colors and on canvas, collectors should verify the black-paper variant and its 46-piece edition when acquiring.
Historical Context
Released in 2016, the work extends street art's long habit of turning proverbs into public statements. Hijack renders the aphorism in a single color so the sentiment, not the palette, drives the piece.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
The black paper version is an edition of 46.
What is the print's message?
An anti-materialist aphorism warning that some people have only money.
What formats exist?
Two paper colors and a canvas version, each signed and numbered.
What are the dimensions?
The sheet measures 22.5 x 30 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.