
Damien Hirst
38.1 x 38.1 cm
Hirst's print Fruitful (Small) beckons with a hypnotic allure, its surface adorned with a lush impasto that practically vibrates with energy. This print is a vibrant glimpse into Damien Hirst's larger painting series, Cherry Blossoms (2018-2020).
In Fruitful (Small), Hirst's exuberant brushstrokes create a riot of garish hues, each stroke seemingly alive with movement. The impasto technique, where paint is applied thickly to create a textured surface, takes center stage, inviting the viewer to lose themselves in its tactile richness.
The inspiration for Cherry Blossoms draws from a variety of artistic influences, including the works of Pierre Bonnard, Claude Monet, Vincent Van Gogh, and the Pointillist innovations of Georges Seurat. Here, Hirst pays homage while forging his own path on the edge of abstraction and figuration.
Amidst this explosion of color and texture, Fruitful (Small) captures the essence of blossom trees in full bloom. Hirst's mastery lies in his ability to blend gestural painting techniques with more traditional methods, resulting in a piece that teeters between the familiar and the fantastical. The result is a print that not only captivates the eye but also invites contemplation on the nature of art itself.