Gauntlet Gallery — Kai & Sunny Print Index
Dandy
Summary
Dandy (2012) is a signed and numbered Kai & Sunny screen print, edition of 100, hand-pulled in two colours — white glitter and black — on 100% cotton Somerset Satin White 300gsm at 76 x 57 cm. A floral study from the duo's botanical period, it pairs their characteristic flowing contour line with a glittering monochrome surface.
Why It Matters
Dandy connects directly to Kai & Sunny's Daydreaming exhibition activity, where the large original was shown while this print circulated as the collectable edition. It represents the duo's flower-form vocabulary at an accessible edition size, making it a natural companion to Wild Flower from the same series.
Collector Perspective
With 100 numbered impressions this is a widely available Kai & Sunny work, well suited to a first purchase. Look for a clean pencil signature and number, intact white glitter, and no light-staining on the white Somerset stock. Its exhibition link to the Daydreaming shows adds provenance interest without commanding large-format pricing.
Historical Context
The note that the large original was showing at a Daydreaming exhibition situates Dandy within Kai & Sunny's signature collaborative curatorial project, through which the pair paired their own botanical works with pieces by invited artists in the early 2010s.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
A signed and numbered limited edition of 100.
How is it printed?
Hand-pulled two-colour screen print in white glitter and black on 300gsm Somerset Satin.
Was there a related original?
Yes, the large original was exhibited at a Daydreaming show, with this print as the edition.
What are the dimensions?
76 x 57 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.