Gauntlet Gallery — Hijack Print Index
Toxic Love
Summary
"Toxic Love" is a 2020 screen print in an edition of 50 at 22.5 x 30 inches. Hijack's accompanying statement warns that natural beauty may one day become a rarity in an increasingly toxic environment. The title pairs romance with poison, a tension the artist uses to sharpen his ecological message.
Why It Matters
With only 50 impressions, this is among the smaller editions in Hijack's 2020 climate group. That lower count, combined with a direct environmental theme, gives the print added interest for collectors who favor Hijack's socially engaged work over his lighter pop imagery.
Collector Perspective
Buyers assembling a themed set of Hijack's 2020 climate prints will note that "Toxic Love" carries the tightest stated edition of the group at 50. It reads as a natural pairing with "Toppling Effect" and "Dehabitation Rehabilitation," and its scarcity within that cluster is its principal draw.
Historical Context
Produced in 2020, the work sits within Hijack's environmental turn. As Mr. Brainwash's son operating in the accessible street-art tradition, Hijack here channels that visual approachability toward a warning about ecological loss rather than celebrity or consumer spectacle.
FAQ
How many were printed?
Toxic Love was released in an edition of 50, the smallest run in Hijack's 2020 climate series.
What is the print's message?
Hijack's statement warns that in a toxic environment, natural beauty could become a rarity.
What size is the sheet?
It measures 22.5 x 30 inches.
Does it relate to his other 2020 prints?
Yes, it belongs to the same environmental grouping as Toppling Effect 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.