Gauntlet Gallery — Hijack Print Index
Toppling Effect
Summary
"Toppling Effect" is a 2020 screen print in an edition of 65, sized 22.5 x 30 inches. The title borrows the language of a Jenga-style tower to frame climate inaction: each block pulled from the stack pushes the whole structure closer to collapse. It is one of Hijack's overtly political statements from his climate-focused 2020 output.
Why It Matters
The piece belongs to Hijack's environmental cluster released in 2020, when much of his edition work turned toward climate messaging. At 65 impressions it sits among his tighter runs from that year, making it a comparatively focused entry for collectors tracking his protest-oriented material rather than his celebrity-driven imagery.
Collector Perspective
Collectors drawn to message-first street art will read this as a companion to "Toxic Love" and "Dehabitation Rehabilitation" from the same period. The 65-count edition is smaller than his frequent 92s and 100s, which appeals to buyers who prize a lower stated print count within a themed 2020 grouping.
Historical Context
Released in 2020 amid heightened public debate over climate policy, the print reflects Hijack's move to align his practice with environmental urgency. The son of Mr. Brainwash, he works in the crowd-pleasing street-art idiom while, in works like this, pointing it toward pointed social commentary rather than pure pop spectacle.
FAQ
What is the edition size of Toppling Effect?
It was released in an edition of 65, one of Hijack's smaller runs from his 2020 climate-themed series.
What does the title refer to?
It evokes a Jenga-like tower where removing each block advances collapse, a metaphor Hijack uses for compounding climate inaction.
How large is the print?
The sheet measures 22.5 x 30 inches, a standard format across much of Hijack's 2020 edition work.
Is this part of a themed series?
Yes. It sits alongside other 2020 environmental prints such as Toxic Love and Dehabitation Rehabilitation.
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.