Gauntlet Gallery — Ron English Print Index
Kiss Teletubbies
Summary
"Kiss Teletubbies" (2015) is a hand-signed and numbered fine-art wood print from Ron English, limited to 50 at 10 x 10 inches. The piece mashes up the children's TV Teletubbies with the greasepaint personas of the rock band KISS — a hallmark English collision of innocence and rock spectacle.
Why It Matters
This mashup epitomizes English's method of colliding two familiar pop icons to unsettling comic effect. The wood-print substrate and square 10 x 10 format give it a compact, object-like presence, while the KISS-meets-Teletubbies concept makes it instantly memorable.
Collector Perspective
The small edition of 50, hand-signed and numbered, keeps availability tight. Its playful subject and manageable square size make it an easy, characterful addition for collectors drawn to English's cartoon-culture parodies rather than his heavier political work.
Historical Context
English has long mined children's media and rock iconography for his mashups. Released in 2015 on a fine-art wood panel, Kiss Teletubbies sits within his cartoon-and-character strand, where beloved figures are recombined into gleefully subversive hybrids.
FAQ
What is the mashup?
It combines the Teletubbies with the rock band KISS.
What is the edition size?
Limited to 50, hand-signed and numbered.
What is it printed on?
A fine-art wood print.
What are the dimensions?
10 x 10 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.