Donkey Kong | Various Sizes | Scott Tetlow

Donkey Kong 

Donkey Kong by Scott Tetlow is a nostalgic yet contemporary piece from his Urban Chimps limited edition series, paying homage to one of the most iconic video game characters of all time. Reimagined through Tetlow’s expressive ink technique and signature chimp motif, this artwork blends retro gaming culture with witty social commentary. The chimp, standing in for the legendary Donkey Kong, captures the playful defiance and enduring charm of the arcade era.

As with all of Tetlow’s work, the character serves as a mirror to human behavior—allowing for reflection without personalisation. Donkey Kong is both a tribute and a tongue-in-cheek observation of how far pop culture has come, and how some things—like the joy of a good game—never really change. Available in standard and miniature editions, this piece is perfect for collectors, gamers, and lovers of smart, stylish art.