Gauntlet Gallery — Kai & Sunny Print Index
Lots Of Bits Of Star
Summary
Lots Of Bits Of Star is a 2015 Kai & Sunny portfolio box set in an edition of 50, containing five one-colour heavy-impression letterpress images on Somerset Velvet 300 gsm, each at A3 (297 x 420 mm). The prints are signed, numbered and stamped, housed together in an A3 limited-edition box.
Why It Matters
The set showcases Kai & Sunny working in letterpress with heavy impression—a tactile, embossed technique distinct from their screen-print editions. As a five-piece portfolio in just 50 sets, it offers a cohesive suite rather than a single image, making it a considered collector object built around a unified theme.
Collector Perspective
Portfolio box sets appeal to collectors who value completeness and presentation; here the five letterpress images should ideally remain together with the original A3 box. With only 50 sets, scarcity is meaningful. Confirm all five prints are present, signed, numbered and stamped, and that the deep letterpress impression is intact.
Historical Context
By 2015 Kai & Sunny had explored multiple print media alongside their screen work. Choosing letterpress for Lots Of Bits Of Star reflects a craft-driven sensibility—the heavy impression on Somerset Velvet emphasizes texture and physicality, qualities the duo consistently pursued across their editions.
FAQ
How many prints are in the set?
Five one-colour letterpress images, each A3 (297 x 420 mm).
What is the edition size?
50 box sets.
What technique was used?
Heavy-impression letterpress on Somerset Velvet 300 gsm.
Are the prints authenticated?
Yes—signed, numbered and stamped.
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.