Gauntlet Gallery — Kai & Sunny Print Index
In The Drift
Summary
In The Drift is a 2019 hand-pulled seven-color screen print on 100% cotton Somerset satin 310gsm, tub sized, with a hand-deckled bottom edge. Square at 57 x 57 cm (22.5 x 22.5 inches) in an edition of 100, it is signed, numbered and stamped and comes with authentication.
Why It Matters
Seven colors is a generous separation for a mid-size square, giving the drift motif layered tonal depth. The 57 x 57 cm format is a recurring standard in the duo's catalog, making In The Drift a representative example of their core print language, backed by included authentication.
Collector Perspective
The edition of 100 is moderate and the format is highly collectible for its display-friendly size. Collectors should confirm registration quality across the seven layers and inspect the deckled edge. The signed, numbered, and stamped front plus authentication documentation provide a clear provenance trail.
Historical Context
The drift theme is central to Kai & Sunny's motion vocabulary and also appears in their 2019 skate-deck set. This print represents the wall-format expression of that motif, produced on the Somerset satin stock the duo favored for their square editions.
FAQ
How many colors are in this print?
Seven colors, hand-pulled on 100% cotton Somerset satin 310gsm.
What is the edition size?
An edition of 100, signed, numbered and stamped, with authentication included.
What are the dimensions?
57 x 57 cm (22.5 x 22.5 inches), a square format.
Does the drift motif appear elsewhere?
Yes, In The Drift also features in the duo's 2019 skateboard set, making it a recurring theme in their catalog.
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.