Gauntlet Gallery — Hijack Print Index
Virtual Insanity (First Edition)
Summary
"Virtual Insanity" is a 2020 limited-edition screen print on archival art paper, released in an edition of 80 at 30 x 22.5 inches. Issued as a signed edition, its title nods to a hyper-digital, screen-saturated culture and Hijack's commentary on it.
Why It Matters
At 80 impressions, the print sits below Hijack's more common 92 and 100 runs, giving it a modest scarcity advantage within his 2020 output. The theme of virtual overload connects it to broader street-art critiques of technology and attention.
Collector Perspective
Collectors will value the signed archival-paper edition and the 80-count run, which lands between his tightest and his largest editions. The subject matter—digital saturation—gives it a contemporary hook that distinguishes it from his celebrity and climate pieces.
Historical Context
Released in 2020, when remote life pushed daily existence deeper onto screens, "Virtual Insanity" captures that acceleration. Hijack, working in his father Mr. Brainwash's accessible idiom, turns it toward a critique of a life lived increasingly through devices.
FAQ
How many impressions were made?
The edition is limited to 80, each signed.
What is the print's surface?
It is a screen print on archival art paper.
What are the dimensions?
The sheet measures 30 x 22.5 inches.
What does the title address?
It comments on a screen-saturated, hyper-digital culture.
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.