Gauntlet Gallery — Kai & Sunny Print Index
Rise And Fall
Summary
Rise And Fall is a 2020 hand-pulled six-color screen print on 100% cotton Somerset radiant white 410gsm, at a large 85 x 120 cm. Signed lower left and stamped lower right with a hand-deckled bottom edge, it is issued in an edition of just 50, placing it among the scarcer and more imposing works in Kai & Sunny's print output.
Why It Matters
Scale and scarcity converge here. At 120 cm on the long edge and only 50 impressions, Rise And Fall is a statement piece rather than a small-format collectible. The six-color separation on heavyweight Somerset gives the composition depth, and the low edition supports its standing as one of the duo's more collectible large works.
Collector Perspective
An edition of 50 at this size is meaningfully limited, and large-format prints carry framing and handling considerations that affect long-term condition. Collectors should prioritize impressions with clean margins and an intact deckled edge. The front signature, numbering, and stamp form the core authentication trail for this work.
Historical Context
The rise-and-fall theme fits Kai & Sunny's broader preoccupation with cycles, motion, and natural rhythm. Produced in 2020 on the same premium Somerset stock used across their editions, it reflects the duo's continued commitment to large-scale, hand-pulled screen printing.
FAQ
How large is the edition?
The edition is 50 impressions, one of the smaller runs among the duo's standard-format prints.
What are the dimensions?
It measures 85 x 120 cm, a large-format work.
How many colors and what stock?
Six colors, hand-pulled on 100% cotton Somerset radiant white 410gsm.
Where is it signed?
Signed on the front lower left and stamped on the front lower right, with a hand-deckled bottom edge.
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.