The Ultimate Collector’s Piece James Cauty Archival Giclée No 1/99
This is an exceptionally rare James Cauty Giclée Print of the iconic image from his seminal 2007 billboard campaign, IT'S CHRISTMAS / THESE WERE A FEW OF MY FAVOURITE THINGS. The print is the definitive, Large Format version, measuring 60 cm x 78 cm (approx. 23.6 x 30.7 in). As the No. 1 Print from the limited edition of 99, this piece offers unmatched provenance for any serious collector of UK Street Art and contemporary anti-consumerist satire.
A Subversive Masterwork: The Dark Side of Holiday Consumption
The artwork’s title and imagery deliver Cauty’s most concentrated critique of holiday spending. The actress, Julie Andrews, is depicted adopting the famous, arms-outstretched pose from the song "My Favourite Things," but her idyllic scene is set atop an overwhelming mountain of discarded rubbish—the physical detritus of post-holiday spending. This trash art intervention, which was prominently exhibited as billboards across East London , replaces the festive narrative with the harsh reality of systemic waste, utilizing packaging from major retailers at the time.
Physical Details and Provenance
Title: IT'S CHRISTMAS / THESE WERE A FEW OF MY FAVOURITE THINGS
Medium: Archival Inkjet Print (Giclée), produced using museum-quality materials for longevity.
Dimensions: 60 cm x 78 cm (Sheet Size).
Rarity: Hand Signed and Numbered 1/99 by the artist, Jimmy Cauty (founder of The KLF), in pencil. The No. 1 designation significantly enhances collector value.
Condition Report
The Giclée is in good overall condition, remaining free from holes and tears. Please note, there are small, minor dings to the image area, consistent with the piece's history outside of a frame. The pricing reflects this specific condition, distinguishing it from pristine (mint) examples. Full condition details are best reviewed via the high-resolution images.
Artist Context: Cauty is one of Britain’s most radical figures, known for his anti-art actions and his presence in major subversive shows, including the exhibition of his dystopian diorama at Banksy’s Dismaland.[1]
This Limited Edition Giclée is an essential piece for collectors interested in the intersection of Pop Art critique, political dystopia, and the legacy of the KLF. Secure this singular piece of British counter-culture history.
The Ultimate Collector’s Piece James Cauty Archival Giclée No 1/99
This is an exceptionally rare James Cauty Giclée Print of the iconic image from his seminal 2007 billboard campaign, IT'S CHRISTMAS / THESE WERE A FEW OF MY FAVOURITE THINGS. The print is the definitive, Large Format version, measuring 60 cm x 78 cm (approx. 23.6 x 30.7 in). As the No. 1 Print from the limited edition of 99, this piece offers unmatched provenance for any serious collector of UK Street Art and contemporary anti-consumerist satire.
A Subversive Masterwork: The Dark Side of Holiday Consumption
The artwork’s title and imagery deliver Cauty’s most concentrated critique of holiday spending. The actress, Julie Andrews, is depicted adopting the famous, arms-outstretched pose from the song "My Favourite Things," but her idyllic scene is set atop an overwhelming mountain of discarded rubbish—the physical detritus of post-holiday spending. This trash art intervention, which was prominently exhibited as billboards across East London , replaces the festive narrative with the harsh reality of systemic waste, utilizing packaging from major retailers at the time.
Physical Details and Provenance
Title: IT'S CHRISTMAS / THESE WERE A FEW OF MY FAVOURITE THINGS
Medium: Archival Inkjet Print (Giclée), produced using museum-quality materials for longevity.
Dimensions: 60 cm x 78 cm (Sheet Size).
Rarity: Hand Signed and Numbered 1/99 by the artist, Jimmy Cauty (founder of The KLF), in pencil. The No. 1 designation significantly enhances collector value.
Condition Report
The Giclée is in good overall condition, remaining free from holes and tears. Please note, there are small, minor dings to the image area, consistent with the piece's history outside of a frame. The pricing reflects this specific condition, distinguishing it from pristine (mint) examples. Full condition details are best reviewed via the high-resolution images.
Artist Context: Cauty is one of Britain’s most radical figures, known for his anti-art actions and his presence in major subversive shows, including the exhibition of his dystopian diorama at Banksy’s Dismaland.[1]
This Limited Edition Giclée is an essential piece for collectors interested in the intersection of Pop Art critique, political dystopia, and the legacy of the KLF. Secure this singular piece of British counter-culture history.
