Gauntlet Gallery — Kai & Sunny Print Index
Black Wave
Summary
Black Wave is a 2009 giclee print with one hand-painted colour by Kai & Sunny on 100% cotton Somerset Enhanced paper, in an edition of 4. The unframed sheet measures 107 by 155 cm, framed in oak at 130 by 175 cm, rendering surging water and motion through the duo's dense linear abstraction and a hand-finished accent.
Why It Matters
The one hand-painted colour makes each of the four impressions individually finished, combining print reproducibility with the immediacy of the artists' hand. At large scale, Black Wave translates the power of water into Kai & Sunny's flowing line vocabulary.
Collector Perspective
An edition of only 4, each carrying a unique painted element, gives Black Wave strong appeal for collectors who prize hand finishing. Its monumental size, archival Somerset paper, and oak framing make it a gallery-scale acquisition from the duo's 2009 output.
Historical Context
Produced in 2009, Black Wave sits within Kai & Sunny's hand-finished giclee practice, where painted colour lifted each impression toward the unique. The wave motif reflects their recurring translation of natural forces, wind, water, weather, into abstract movement.
FAQ
Is each print hand-finished?
Yes, each of the four impressions carries one hand-painted colour.
What is the edition size?
Black Wave was issued in an edition of 4.
What does the work depict?
It abstracts surging water and motion into Kai & Sunny's dense linework.
What are the unframed dimensions?
The unframed sheet measures 107 by 155 cm.
About the Artist
Kai & Sunny are a London-based artistic duo, Kai Clements and Sunny Todd, who met at art college and have collaborated since the late 1990s. They are known for intricate, hand-drawn line work exploring nature, patterns, and the forces of the natural world, often rendered as flowing, wind-swept compositions. Beyond fine-art prints and installations, they have built a notable design career, including celebrated collaborations with author Ben Okri and cover artwork for Penguin's editions of J.G. Ballard. Their editions are published in tightly controlled runs and have been exhibited internationally.
Collecting Kai & Sunny at Gauntlet Gallery
What Kai & Sunny works should I collect?
Their signed, numbered silkscreen editions, often featuring metallic inks, blind embossing, and hand-finished detail, are the heart of the market. Foil and layered prints in small runs are especially collectible. Gauntlet Gallery selects pieces in pristine condition with crisp embossing and complete signing.
How is authenticity handled?
Kai & Sunny editions are offered with documented studio provenance and the duo's signature and numbering. We photograph the specific piece you will receive, including signature, edition number, and any embossing, so every detail is verifiable before you buy.
What drives value?
Small edition sizes, special finishes (foil, embossing, hand-work), condition, and provenance from a documented release drive value. Sold-out, low-numbered, and specially finished editions command the strongest premiums.