Gauntlet Gallery — Ron English Print Index
McSupersized Dissect (Purple Variant)
Summary
McSupersized Dissect (Purple Variant) is a 2019 archival pigment print by Ron English in an edition of 40, sized 18 x 24 inches on 290gsm Moab fine art paper. This purple colorway presents an anatomical, dissected view of his obese "MC Supersized" figure, a pointed satire of fast-food culture.
Why It Matters
MC Supersized is one of English's most direct consumer-critique inventions, a bloated parody of fast-food mascots born from his Super Size Me-era work. The "Dissect" treatment exposes the character's interior anatomy, sharpening the health commentary. At an edition of just 40, this variant is among his more tightly limited prints.
Collector Perspective
The small edition of 40 makes this notably scarce relative to his editions of 100 or 200. The dissection concept and distinct purple colorway give it strong identity for collectors of his consumer-critique work. Verify colorway-specific numbering, since variant editions can be easily confused; the Moab stock ensures archival durability.
Historical Context
MC Supersized emerged from English's critique of fast food and corporate mascots, famously featured in the documentary Super Size Me. The dissect anatomical treatment intensifies that health-and-consumption message. The 2019 archival pigment edition, in a run of 40, sits within his most focused POPaganda statements.
FAQ
Who is MC Supersized?
Ron English's obese fast-food mascot parody, a signature figure of his consumer-critique work seen in Super Size Me.
What does 'Dissect' mean here?
The image shows an anatomical, dissected view of the figure, sharpening its commentary on health and fast-food consumption.
How scarce is it?
This purple variant is an edition of only 40, tighter than many of English's runs.
What are the specs?
18 x 24 inches, archival pigment print on 290gsm Moab fine art paper.
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.