Gauntlet Gallery — Ron English Print Index
Shocking Rabbit Sun Flower (First Edition)
Summary
"Shocking Rabbit Sun Flower" is a mixed-media, steel-reinforced vinyl-and-metal sculpture from the Ron English x FLOE x APPortfolio x Made By Monsters series, 42 x 26 x 21 cm, in a very limited edition of 60 described as "reserved for friends and family." It is hand-numbered under the vase.
Why It Matters
A friends-and-family designation combined with a 60-piece run makes this one of the scarcest variants in the Sun Flower lineup. These insider editions were not broadly retailed, so they carry a distinct prestige for collectors chasing series completeness, the rabbit motif adds a further identifying twist within English's flower catalog.
Collector Perspective
The tiny 60-piece edition and restricted distribution make this variant meaningfully harder to acquire than open colorways. Provenance and the under-vase numbering are especially important given the friends-and-family framing. As with all Sun Flowers, inspect the paint and metal elements; scarcity here rewards excellent condition and original packaging.
Historical Context
Within the APPortfolio and Made By Monsters Sun Flower program, English periodically issued ultra-limited colorways for insiders alongside the wider public drops. The rabbit variant, at only 60 pieces, exemplifies that tier, produced in 2018 as the series expanded internationally through the designer-art-toy market.
FAQ
Why is this edition especially scarce?
It is limited to 60 and was reserved for friends and family rather than broad retail.
What series does it belong to?
The Ron English x FLOE x APPortfolio x Made By Monsters Sun Flower series.
How is it authenticated?
It is hand-numbered under the vase.
What are its materials and size?
Mixed media, steel-reinforced vinyl and metal, 42 x 26 x 21 cm.
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.