
Damien Hirst
152.4 x 101.6 cm
This deliberate fusion of pharmaceutical aesthetics with a commonplace culinary reference like "Meatballs" beckons viewers to delve deeper into layers of interpretation. With meatballs serving as a culinary staple across various cultural traditions, the artwork resonates with a sense of familiarity and cultural universality. By transposing this everyday culinary item onto pharmaceutical packaging, Hirst encourages contemplation on the intersections between nourishment, healing, and the rituals of daily life.
Moreover, the inclusion of Hirst's own name or brand in place of pharmaceutical manufacturers' identities adds an additional dimension to the artwork. It prompts viewers to ponder the role of artistic authorship and commercial branding in shaping perceptions of value and authenticity. Through Meatballs, Hirst initiates a dialogue on the pervasive influence of consumer culture on beliefs and behaviors, urging viewers to critically examine the ways in which everyday objects and symbols shape our understanding of faith and salvation.
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Damien Hirst, Bacon, Liver and Onions, from The Last Supper, 1999
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Damien Hirst, Steak and Kidney (from The Last Supper), 1999
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Damien Hirst, Cornish Pasty (from The Last Supper), 1999
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Damien Hirst, Omelette (from The Last Supper), 1999
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Damien Hirst, Salad (from The Last Supper), 1999
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Damien Hirst, Chicken (From The Last Supper), 1999
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Damien Hirst, Sandwich (from The Last Supper), 1999
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Damien Hirst, Dumpling (from The Last Supper), 1999
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Damien Hirst, Corned Beef (from The Last Supper), 1999
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Damien Hirst, Beans and Chips, from The Last Supper, 1999
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Damien Hirst, Mushroom, from The Last Supper, 1999
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Damien Hirst, The Last Supper Portfolio, 1999
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Damien Hirst, Sausages, from The Last Supper, 1999
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