Gauntlet Gallery — Jamie Reid Print Index
Republic
Summary
The Jamie Reid 'REPUBLIC' Box Set is a 2015 portfolio of documentary materials relating to the 'God Save the Queen' artworks, all sourced from original materials in the Jamie Reid Archive. It is a signed and numbered edition of 113 with 13 artist's proofs, presented at 42 x 30 cm.
Why It Matters
As an archive-sourced portfolio, this box set offers rare documentary access to the making of Reid's most famous imagery. The republican framing of the title makes the anti-monarchy politics explicit. With only 113 sets plus 13 APs, it is a collector-grade object aimed at those who want the story behind the icon, not just the icon.
Collector Perspective
This is a portfolio rather than a single print, so completeness of all included plates and materials is essential to value. The small edition of 113 with 13 APs makes it genuinely limited. Provenance from the Jamie Reid Archive is a key selling point; verify signature, numbering, and that the set is intact.
Historical Context
The 'God Save the Queen' artworks are among the most studied graphics of the punk era. A republican-themed archive portfolio contextualises them within Britain's ongoing debate over the monarchy. Drawing on the artist's own archive, the set functions as both art object and primary-source document of a pivotal moment.
FAQ
What does the box set contain?
Documentary materials relating to the 'God Save the Queen' artworks, sourced from the Jamie Reid Archive.
What is the edition size?
113 signed and numbered sets, plus 13 artist's proofs.
Is this a single print?
No, it is a portfolio box set of multiple materials.
About the Artist
Jamie Reid (1947–2023) was a British artist best known for creating the visual identity of the Sex Pistols and the punk movement. His ransom-note lettering, cut-and-paste collage, and defaced imagery, including the safety-pinned Queen for "God Save the Queen" (1977), became defining icons of punk graphic design. Rooted in the Situationist and anarchist traditions, Reid produced record sleeves, posters, and political art across a five-decade career. His work is held in major collections and remains among the most recognizable and influential graphic art of the twentieth century.
Collecting Jamie Reid at Gauntlet Gallery
What should I look for when buying Jamie Reid work?
Distinguish original 1970s printed ephemera (record sleeves, posters, flyers) from later signed limited-edition prints and screen prints. Original period pieces are prized for their historical role but vary widely in condition; later editions are typically signed and numbered. Gauntlet Gallery documents the era, format, and edition details of each Reid piece so buyers understand exactly what they are acquiring.
How is a Jamie Reid piece authenticated?
Authentication relies on provenance, the hand signature on later editions, publisher or estate documentation, and comparison to known published works. Given the volume of reproductions of iconic punk imagery, distinguishing an authorized signed edition or original period print from a later poster reprint is essential. Gauntlet Gallery provides the supporting paperwork and provenance available for each work.
What drives value in Jamie Reid's work?
Historical significance is the primary driver, with original 1976–1978 punk-era material and Sex Pistols-related pieces commanding the strongest interest. Signature, edition size, condition, and direct ties to landmark releases all affect price. Documented original ephemera and signed low-edition prints in good condition hold value best.