Gauntlet Gallery — Kai & Sunny Print Index
Sail On The Moon
Summary
Sail On The Moon is a 2008 giclee print by Kai & Sunny on 100% cotton Somerset Enhanced paper, in a limited edition of 10, measuring 50 by 70 cm. An early dated work from the duo, it pairs a dreamlike, celestial title with their emerging vocabulary of flowing linework and atmospheric abstraction.
Why It Matters
Dated 2008, this is among the earliest works in the group, marking a formative point in Kai & Sunny's editioned practice. The evocative, poetic title reflects their consistent draw toward sky, moon, and the imaginative spaces of the natural world.
Collector Perspective
As an early 2008 giclee in an edition of 10 at a more modest 50 by 70 cm, Sail On The Moon offers a comparatively accessible and historically interesting acquisition. Collectors tracing the duo's development may value it as a foundational entry printed on archival Somerset paper.
Historical Context
Produced in 2008, Sail On The Moon predates several of the duo's larger giclee editions, situating it early in their fine-art print catalogue. The celestial theme anticipates the sky and atmosphere motifs that would recur throughout Kai & Sunny's later work.
FAQ
What year was it made?
Sail On The Moon dates to 2008, an early work in the group.
What is the edition size?
It was released in a limited edition of 10.
What are the dimensions?
The print measures 50 by 70 cm.
What medium is it?
It is a giclee print on 100% cotton Somerset Enhanced paper.
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.