Gauntlet Gallery — Kai & Sunny Print Index
Earth Skate Deck
Summary
This 2016 Earth deck is a standalone Kai & Sunny skateboard on Featherlight 3 dyed veneer, 8.25 inches wide and roughly 80 x 20 cm, signed and released in an edition of just 10. It carries the duo's earth motif onto a functional board in a run far smaller than the colette collaboration.
Why It Matters
At only 10 copies, this Earth deck ranks among Kai & Sunny's scarcest skate editions. Its wider 8.25-inch face and standalone format distinguish it from the 100-set colette version, giving it particular appeal for collectors who prize the duo's most exclusive board releases.
Collector Perspective
With so few made, each Earth deck rarely appears, and condition, signature and provenance become central considerations. The 8.25-inch width is the key identifier separating this from the wider colette edition; the dyed veneer surface should be examined for wear.
Historical Context
Earth belongs to Kai & Sunny's recurring element-themed imagery of the mid-2010s. This single-digit 2016 edition reflects the artists' practice of issuing tiny, signed skate editions—treating the deck as a fully realized art object rather than merchandise.
FAQ
How many were produced?
An edition of only 10, each signed.
How does it compare to the colette Earth deck?
It is a smaller standalone run (10 vs. 100 sets) with a slightly wider 8.25-inch face.
What is the construction?
Featherlight 3 dyed veneer, approximately 80 x 20 cm.
Is it signed?
Yes.
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.