Gauntlet Gallery — Jamie Reid Print Index
Trump! Peace Fucker!! (Signed Edition)
Summary
'Trump! Peace Fucker!!' is a 2018 giclee by Jamie Reid, offered here as the Signed Edition of 50 at 66 x 61 cm. It was published on the occasion of Trump's announcement that the US would withdraw from the INF nuclear arms treaty with Russia, an act experts warned risked the gravest arms-control crisis since the 1980s.
Why It Matters
The print fuses Reid's 'Peace Is Tough' lineage with a specific geopolitical flashpoint, making it a dated document of the 2018 nuclear-treaty crisis. The signed edition of 50 is the more limited tier. It shows Reid extending his anti-war stance to American power, turning a foreign-policy moment into visceral graphic protest.
Collector Perspective
The signed edition of 50 is scarcer than the pop edition and carries the artist's hand. Its topical anchor to the INF withdrawal gives it documentary as well as artistic value. Collectors should confirm the signed tier, verify numbering, and note the large format for framing.
Historical Context
The Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty, signed in 1987, was a landmark of Cold War de-escalation. Trump's 2018 signal of withdrawal, formalised in 2019, revived arms-race fears. Reid's response places his pacifist tradition against a live nuclear threat, in the confrontational register of his punk graphics.
FAQ
What event prompted the print?
Trump's announcement that the US would withdraw from the INF nuclear arms treaty.
Which edition is this?
The Signed Edition, an edition of 50.
What are the dimensions?
66 x 61 cm giclee, signed and numbered.
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.