Gauntlet Gallery — Ron English Print Index
Rainbow Figment
Summary
"Rainbow Figment" is a 2012 giclée print, edition of 100, measuring 7 x 7 inches. It is Ron English's homage to Andy Warhol, created the week of Warhol's death, and its title plays on Warhol's famous line about everyone owning world-famous art in the future. The compact square format suits its role as an intimate Pop tribute.
Why It Matters
Few English works carry as explicit a Warhol dialogue as this one. Made in the wake of Warhol's passing and titled after his own prophecy about art and fame, "Rainbow Figment" is both memorial and commentary on the mass reproduction of the icon, a theme central to English's Pop Surrealist practice.
Collector Perspective
At 7 x 7 inches with an edition of 100, this is an accessible entry point into English's Warhol-facing work. The small footprint appeals to collectors building focused Pop-tribute walls. Its explicit Warhol homage gives it thematic weight beyond its size; verify the signature and numbering to confirm authenticity.
Historical Context
English belongs to a generation of street-rooted Pop Surrealists who absorbed Warhol's lessons about repetition, celebrity, and the image economy. Anchoring this print to the week of Warhol's death and his own aphorism situates it within English's ongoing reckoning with the man who made mass-produced art fine.
FAQ
Who is the subject of Rainbow Figment?
It is Ron English's homage to Andy Warhol, made the week of Warhol's death.
What does the title reference?
A Warhol quote about a future in which everyone owns a piece of world-famous art.
What are the size and edition?
A 7 x 7 inch giclée print in an edition of 100.
What year was it produced?
2012.
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.