Gauntlet Gallery — Hijack Print Index
Wisdom Comes From Living (Red Paper)
Summary
"Wisdom Comes From Living (Red Paper)" is a 2016 one-color screen print on archival art paper, at 30 x 22.5 inches in an edition of 46. Hijack released the image in two colors and also on canvas, each signed and numbered as part of a text-driven body of work.
Why It Matters
The print belongs to Hijack's 2016 group of aphoristic, text-based works exploring wealth, wisdom, and values. Its restrained one-color treatment foregrounds the message, and the small 46-count paper edition places it among his scarcer releases from that year.
Collector Perspective
Collectors of message-driven art will pair this with its companion text pieces from 2016. Buyers should note the multiple formats—two paper colors plus a canvas version—so identifying the specific red-paper variant and its 46-piece count matters when tracking the edition.
Historical Context
Released in 2016, the work sits within a wave of text-forward street art delivering proverbs and social maxims. Hijack, son of Mr. Brainwash, uses the spare one-color format to let the aphorism carry the piece.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
The red paper version is an edition of 46.
What formats exist?
Two paper colors plus a canvas version, each signed and numbered.
How many colors are printed?
It is a one-color screen print.
What are the dimensions?
The sheet measures 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.