Gauntlet Gallery — Kai & Sunny Print Index
Kai & Sunny x Colette x Element - Water Deck
Summary
Water is the fluid entry in Kai & Sunny's 2016 element series with colette and Element Skateboards. Printed on Featherlight 3 dyed veneer at 80 x 20 cm with an 8-inch width, its graphic renders the duo's rhythmic line work into a sense of motion, issued as part of a signed run of 100 sets of four.
Why It Matters
Water's undulating imagery is a natural fit for Kai & Sunny's wave-like mark-making, making it one of the more visually characteristic decks in the quartet. Its colette collaboration status ties it to the Paris store's celebrated program of artist objects, giving the board cultural standing beyond skate utility.
Collector Perspective
Collectors chasing the complete four-element set treat Water as essential, and its flowing composition often makes it a favorite of the group. When evaluating, focus on the integrity of the dyed veneer, the crispness of the printed face, and the presence of the artist signature.
Historical Context
Released in 2016, the deck reflects Kai & Sunny's dual footing in fine-art editions and applied design. By collaborating with colette and Element, they placed their imagery into the artist-skateboard tradition—an accessible yet collectible medium kept exclusive through small, signed editions.
FAQ
What are the Water deck's dimensions?
About 80 x 20 cm, 8 inches wide, on Featherlight 3 dyed veneer.
How many were made?
It is part of a signed edition of 100 sets of four elements.
Is Water signed?
Yes, the series decks were issued signed.
Should Water be collected with the other elements?
Ideally—Wind, Water, Fire and Earth were conceived as a unified set.
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.