Gauntlet Gallery — Ron English Print Index
Haze Bob
Summary
"Haze Bob" is a mixed-media, steel-reinforced vinyl-and-metal sculpture measuring 18 x 10 x 8 inches, finished in Purple Haze and Sour Diesel Green and limited to 500 worldwide. Hand-numbered under the vase, it applies cannabis-strain color naming to English's sculptural character vocabulary.
Why It Matters
The cannabis-strain colorway naming, Purple Haze and Sour Diesel Green, ties Haze Bob to English's recurring marijuana-culture references seen across the Grin and Sun Flower lines. At 500 worldwide it is the broadest run among its sibling sculptures, making it a more accessible entry point into English's larger three-dimensional works.
Collector Perspective
The larger 500-piece run makes Haze Bob comparatively easier to find than its 250-piece counterparts, useful for collectors starting a sculpture set. The under-vase numbering is the authentication anchor. Given the steel-reinforced build, inspect the metal elements and paint; the distinctive two-tone finish should be crisp and unscuffed.
Historical Context
English repeatedly wove cannabis iconography into his 2018 sculptures and toys, from Ganja Grin to this strain-named figure. Produced with the steel-reinforced vinyl-and-metal construction shared across his hand-numbered vase-based sculptures, Haze Bob reflects the era's fusion of counterculture references with collectible designer forms.
FAQ
What do the colors reference?
Cannabis strains, Purple Haze and Sour Diesel Green, a recurring English theme.
How large is the edition?
Limited to 500 worldwide.
How is it authenticated?
It is hand-numbered under the vase.
What are the materials and size?
Mixed media, steel-reinforced vinyl and metal, 18 x 10 x 8 inches.
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.