Gauntlet Gallery — Ron English Print Index
D*Dog x Grin Skull
Summary
"D*Dog x Grin Skull" is a collaborative vinyl sculpture pairing British artist D*Face's signature D*Dog character with Ron English's Grin Skull motif, produced with the sculpture workshop Made By Monsters at roughly 15 inches in an edition of 250. This exclusive colorway marries two distinct street-art vocabularies into a single standing figure.
Why It Matters
Cross-artist collaborations between two established street names are comparatively rare in the designer-toy space, and this piece fuses D*Face's pop-punk canine with English's grinning skull. Made By Monsters is English's frequent fabrication partner, and a limited exclusive colorway of 250 gives the object crossover appeal to collectors of both artists.
Collector Perspective
Dual-artist provenance can broaden demand across two collector bases. The 250-piece run is moderate for the toy category, so packaging, any authentication insert, and colorway-specific numbering matter for desirability. Standing vinyl sculptures are vulnerable to paint scuffs and stress at joints, keep the figure boxed and away from direct sunlight to protect the finish.
Historical Context
D*Face (Dean Stockton) and Ron English both emerged from the parody-driven wing of street art. Made By Monsters built a reputation in the late 2010s fabricating vinyl sculptures for artists like English, and collaborative colorways such as this reflect the era's blending of gallery figures with limited designer-toy drops.
FAQ
Who collaborated on this piece?
D*Face and Ron English, produced with the vinyl sculpture workshop Made By Monsters.
What two motifs combine here?
D*Face's iconic D*Dog character and Ron English's Grin Skull.
How big is the edition?
It is a limited run of 250 in this exclusive colorway.
What should I check on arrival?
Confirm the colorway-specific numbering, intact packaging, and no paint scuffs at joints or edges.
About the Artist
Ron English is an American contemporary artist born in 1959, widely regarded as a founding figure of the "POPaganda" movement, which fuses pop art with political and cultural satire. He is known for subverting corporate advertising and cultural icons, creating characters such as MC Supersized and the three-eyed "Temper Tot," and reimagining figures like Ronald McDonald and cartoon mascots. English has worked across billboards, canvas, murals, and collectible art toys, and his imagery has appeared in films and album covers. His work critiques consumerism, mass media, and branding through a bright, hyper-pop visual language.
Collecting Ron English at Gauntlet Gallery
Where should I begin with Ron English?
Signed, numbered screenprints and giclees featuring his signature characters are strong entry points, while hand-embellished editions and originals sit at the top. His art toys and figures also draw dedicated collectors. Gauntlet Gallery prioritizes clean, well-registered impressions with complete signing.
How is authenticity documented?
Ron English works are sold with documented studio provenance and the artist's signature and numbering. We photograph the exact piece you receive, including the signature and edition details, so you can confirm authenticity before purchase.
What drives Ron English's value?
Iconic characters, edition size, hand-embellishment, condition, and documented provenance are the main value drivers. Low-numbered, embellished, and original works consistently outperform open or larger editions.