Gauntlet Gallery — Invader Print Index
Invasion Kit #04 (Rubik Kit) (First edition)
Summary
Invasion Kit #04 (Rubik Kit) is a 2005 object edition from Space Shop, released in 150 copies to coincide with the Rubik Space exhibition at Galerie Patricia Dorfmann (24 March - 7 May 2005). Notably, copies came with random and varied backgrounds, making individual examples distinct within the edition.
Why It Matters
This kit bridges two pillars of Invader's practice: the numbered Invasion Kit format and Rubik Cubism. Its release alongside the Rubik Space show ties it to a documented gallery moment, and the varied backgrounds mean no two copies are identical, adding an element of individuality unusual for an edition object.
Collector Perspective
The random background variation is central to how collectors approach this kit; specific background examples can carry particular appeal, and the exhibition tie-in adds context. With 150 copies and object-based construction, completeness and original presentation drive desirability more than any signature.
Historical Context
The Rubik Space exhibition at Galerie Patricia Dorfmann in spring 2005 was a focused presentation of Invader's cube-based work. Kit #04 was issued as a companion object to that show, situating it within a specific, dateable chapter of the artist's Rubik Cubism period.
FAQ
What exhibition is this tied to?
It was released to coincide with Rubik Space at Galerie Patricia Dorfmann, 24 March - 7 May 2005.
Are all copies identical?
No. Copies came with random and varied backgrounds, so individual examples differ.
How many were made?
The first edition consists of 150 numbered copies.
How does it relate to Rubik Cubism?
As the 'Rubik Kit,' it applies the cube-based practice to Invader's object-based Invasion Kit format.
About the Artist
Invader (born 1969, France) is a pseudonymous French urban artist known for installing mosaic works inspired by 1970s-80s arcade video games, most famously the aliens from Space Invaders. Since the late 1990s he has "invaded" cities worldwide, cementing tile mosaics onto walls and mapping each installation as part of a global game. His studio output extends the pixel aesthetic into prints, "Rubikcubism" works made from Rubik's Cubes, aluminum pieces, and alias-signed editions. He remains anonymous, appearing publicly only masked.
Collecting Invader at Gauntlet Gallery
What Invader works can I collect?
Beyond street mosaics, Invader releases signed, numbered editions — screenprints, giclées, aluminum and Rubikcubism works — plus his "Invasion Kits." Signed and numbered studio editions are the collectible core. Gauntlet Gallery focuses on complete, well-preserved impressions with documentation.
How is an Invader piece authenticated?
We sell Invader works with documented provenance and the edition's signature and numbering. Each piece is photographed exactly as it ships, including signature and edition details, so you can verify before buying.
What drives value?
Medium (unique Rubikcubism and aluminum works over open prints), edition size, iconic imagery, condition, and provenance all shape price. Hand-made and low-numbered pieces command the strongest premiums.