Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Vhils Print Index
Periferia Uniforme
Summary
Periferia Uniforme, from 2009, is a signed and numbered edition of 200 measuring 70 x 50 cm. It is a multilayered print combining drawing inks, bleach, screenprint inks and varnish, a fuller technical stack than most of Vhils's prints, layering multiple media to build the eroded, textured surface he is known for.
Why It Matters
This print showcases Vhils's most elaborate print process, drawing inks, bleach, screenprint inks, and varnish working together, to translate the depth of his physical wall work onto paper. The Portuguese title, roughly "uniform periphery," points to the marginal urban landscapes and homogenized outskirts that inform his imagery.
Collector Perspective
At an edition of 200, this is more accessible than his small varied runs, making it a strong entry point for collectors seeking a technically rich Vhils print. The multilayer construction rewards close viewing. Verify signature and numbering, and check that the varnish and bleach layers are intact and free of surface damage.
Historical Context
Produced in 2009 during Vhils's rise from Lisbon's graffiti scene, the title reflects his engagement with the peripheries of the city, the uniform, overlooked outskirts where advertising, decay, and identity collide. These marginal spaces are the source material for the layered surfaces he reconstructs in the studio.
FAQ
What does the title mean?
"Periferia Uniforme" translates roughly as "uniform periphery," referencing the homogenized urban outskirts central to Vhils's imagery.
What makes the technique notable?
It layers drawing inks, bleach, screenprint inks and varnish, one of the most involved processes among his prints.
How large is the edition?
A signed and numbered edition of 200, measuring 70 x 50 cm.
About the Artist
Vhils is the working name of Alexandre Farto, a Portuguese visual artist born in 1987 near Lisbon. He is internationally recognized for a pioneering "carving" technique in which he excavates portraits from layered walls, billboards, and surfaces using chisels, drills, and controlled explosives, effectively creating images by removing material rather than adding it. His large-scale murals appear in cities across the globe, and his studio editions translate this bas-relief, destructive-creation aesthetic into prints, laser-cut works, and mixed-media pieces. Vhils has exhibited widely and collaborated on major public and institutional projects.
Collecting Vhils at Gauntlet Gallery
What Vhils works can I collect?
Beyond his walls, Vhils produces signed, numbered studio editions including screenprints, hand-carved paper, laser-cut metal, and mixed-media relief works. Editions that preserve his signature carving texture are especially sought after. Gauntlet Gallery favors pieces in excellent condition with intact surfaces and complete documentation.
How is a Vhils piece authenticated?
We sell Vhils works with documented studio provenance, supported by the edition's signature and numbering. Each piece is photographed exactly as it will ship, including signature, edition number, and any embossing or studio marks, so details are verifiable up front.
What drives value?
Medium and technique (unique carved and relief works over flat prints), edition size, scale, condition, and documented provenance all shape price. Hand-worked, textural, and one-of-a-kind pieces carry the highest premiums.