Combrat Boy

Work Summary & Collector Notes

"Combrat Boy" (2015) is a 3D lenticular print by Ron English, using archival ink on acrylic at 36 x 24 inches in an edition of 10, signed and numbered on the verso. The lenticular process gives the large-format image a shifting, dimensional quality as the viewer moves.

Collector notes: The saved release record describes: Edition of 10. The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature against a documented example of this edition.

Why It Matters

Lenticular acrylic works are among the most technically ambitious and scarce formats in English's output. At an edition of 10 and a large 36 x 24-inch scale, Combrat Boy is a standout for collectors seeking his most experimental, optically dynamic pieces.

Collector Perspective

The combination of a 3D lenticular surface, acrylic substrate, and an edition of just 10 places this firmly in the premium tier of English's editions. Its motion effect and large presentation make it a centerpiece-quality acquisition rather than a supporting print.

Historical Context

English has periodically explored lenticular and dimensional printing to push his imagery beyond the flat page. Released in 2015 in a tiny edition, Combrat Boy reflects that experimental streak, applying cutting-edge print technology to his characteristic character-driven work.

Documented Release Details

Object type

Lenticular edition

Release date

2015

Release-date note

Catalog-listed release year from the saved secondary record; primary release-page confirmation remains pending.

Medium and materials

Giclee Print | Lenticular; catalog dimensions 36 x 24 inches; 3D Lenticular Archival Ink on Acrylic.

Edition details

The saved release record describes: Edition of 10.

Signature and marks

The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature against a documented example of this edition.

Documented History and Meaning

History note: This page treats Ron English's broader career as background context, not proof that this specific edition belongs to any single exhibition or event. Release-level facts here come from a saved secondary catalog record.

Meaning / interpretation: No per-work artist statement is recorded for this edition. Any thematic reading should be treated as interpretation of the imagery, not a documented statement of the artist's intent. This interpretive note follows the cited artist or publisher context.

Release context: The saved catalog lists 2015 and attributes the edition to Gregg Shienbaum Fine Art.

Authentication, Presentation and Provenance

Original presentation

Original packaging or presentation was not documented in the release sources reviewed.

Authentication note

Compare the support, dimensions, edition number, and signature against a documented example of this edition. Gauntlet Gallery does not authenticate works purchased from third parties.

Provenance note

Edition origin is attributed in the saved record to Gregg Shienbaum Fine Art. That does not establish the ownership history of an individual copy: retain the original invoice, reseller or gallery paperwork, labels, correspondence, and condition photographs.

Sources and Verification

Verification status: Secondary catalog snapshot; artist-level context added

1. Saved release record — Art Collectorz · secondary catalog snapshot · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Starting record for title, year, edition, dimensions, medium, and release description. Primary confirmation against the original release page remains pending.
2. POPaganda — official site — Ron English studio · primary artist source · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Official artist site; career context, not an individual-edition record.
3. Ron English (artist) — Wikipedia · reference encyclopedia · Accessed 2026-07-13 · General artist-level biographical and career reference.
4. Ron English (Q582475) — Wikidata · reference knowledge base · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Structured identifier used for the artist across catalog metadata.

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