Gauntlet Gallery — Ron English Print Index
Obama Hulk
Summary
"Obama Hulk" is a 2012 giclée print, signed and numbered, edition of 30, printed on acid-free cotton rag at 14 x 20 inches. Ron English fuses President Barack Obama with Marvel's Incredible Hulk, casting the political figure as a comic-book powerhouse in one of his characteristic superhero-meets-politics mashups.
Why It Matters
The Obama-Hulk fusion typifies English's habit of running political portraiture through pop-culture archetypes. By recasting a sitting president as a comic superhero, the print comments on power, expectation, and myth-making, joining his broader Obama-era output alongside the Abraham Obama works.
Collector Perspective
An edition of just 30 on archival cotton rag makes this one of the scarcer political prints in the index. The crossover subject appeals to both political-art and comic-culture collectors. Given the small edition, verify the signature, numbering, and paper quality before acquisition.
Historical Context
Produced during the Obama presidency, "Obama Hulk" belongs to a wave of English works that filtered contemporary politics through superhero and comic imagery. It reflects the artist's ongoing interest in how leaders are mythologized, rendered here in the visual language of Marvel's most volatile character.
FAQ
What is the concept of Obama Hulk?
President Obama fused with Marvel's Incredible Hulk.
What paper is it printed on?
Acid-free cotton rag.
What is the edition size?
30, signed and numbered.
What are the dimensions?
14 x 20 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.