Gauntlet Gallery — Kai & Sunny Print Index
Just An Illusion 3
Summary
Just An Illusion 3 is a 2013 Kai & Sunny hand-pulled four-colour screen print in black, pink, blue and white glitter, on 100% cotton Somerset tub-sized satin 420 gsm. At an unframed 102.5 x 152.4 cm (framed 120 x 170 cm) and an edition of just 5, it is a large-scale, ultra-limited statement work.
Why It Matters
The combination of monumental scale, a four-colour build including white glitter, and an edition of only 5 makes this one of the most ambitious pieces in the Just An Illusion series. The heavy 420 gsm Somerset stock and large format elevate it from a standard edition to a centerpiece-scale work.
Collector Perspective
An edition of 5 at over a meter and a half tall places this among Kai & Sunny's rarest and most impactful prints. Its scale demands significant wall space and careful handling, and the glitter passages should be inspected for condition. Collectors should verify the four-colour registration and edition number given the tiny run.
Historical Context
The Just An Illusion series explores optical effect and reflective media throughout Kai & Sunny's output. This 2013 third iteration pushes the concept to large-scale format, using glitter and layered colour on heavyweight Somerset satin to intensify the perceptual play the series is known for.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
Only 5.
How large is the print?
Unframed 102.5 x 152.4 cm; framed roughly 120 x 170 cm.
What colours are used?
Four: black, pink, blue and white glitter.
What paper stock is used?
100% cotton Somerset tub-sized satin at a heavy 420 gsm.
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.