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Damien Hirst Colour Chart H3 For Sale
Damien Hirst
Colour Chart H3, 2017
Screen print with glitter UV spot varnish on aluminum panel
31 1/2 x 62 5/8 in 80 x 159 cm
Edition
Edition of 250
About this work
Damien Hirst's Colour Chart H-3 print is a fascinating exploration of color, perception, and the nature of art itself. Hirst, a renowned British artist known for his provocative and conceptually-driven works, created this piece in 2017 as part of his larger Colour Charts series.The Colour Chart H-3 print is based on the format of traditional color charts used by artists and designers to select and organize colors. However, Hirst's interpretation of the color chart is anything but conventional. Instead of displaying a linear progression of colors, Hirst arranges the colors in a grid-like formation, with each square containing a different hue.What sets Colour Chart H-3 apart is its meticulous execution and attention to detail. Each color is precisely rendered, with smooth gradients and subtle variations that create a sense of depth and luminosity. The arrangement of colors is also carefully considered, with certain hues juxtaposed to create visual contrasts and harmonies.At first glance, Colour Chart H-3 may appear to be a straightforward representation of color. However, upon closer inspection, viewers may begin to question the nature of the work and its relationship to the concept of art. By presenting a standardized format typically associated with utilitarian purposes, such as selecting paint colors, Hirst challenges traditional notions of artistic expression and originality.Moreover, Colour Chart H-3 raises questions about the role of the artist in the creative process. Unlike Hirst's more iconic works, which often involve elaborate installations or provocative subject matter, Colour Chart H-3 is a seemingly simple and straightforward presentation of color. Yet, by appropriating the format of the color chart and presenting it as an artwork, Hirst prompts viewers to reconsider the boundaries between art and everyday life.In this sense, Colour Chart H-3 embodies many of the key themes and concerns that have defined Hirst's career, including the relationship between art and commerce, the nature of perception, and the role of the artist in contemporary society. Through his exploration of color and form, Hirst invites viewers to engage with the work on multiple levels, challenging them to think critically about the nature of art and its place in the world.
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Auction History
Colour Chart (Glitter) (H3) · Damien Hirst · Phillips · 2024-01 · $10,445
Colour Chart (Glitter) (H3) · Damien Hirst · Phillips · 2024-06 · $10,364
Colour Chart (Glitter) (H3) · Damien Hirst · Phillips · 2026-06 · $6,608
Colour Chart (Glitter) (H3) · Damien Hirst · Sotheby's · 2022-09 · $4,180
Colour Chart (H2) · Damien Hirst · Christie's · 2021-03 · $3,500
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About Damien Hirst
Damien Hirst prints for sale at Guy Hepner include works from the Spot Paintings, Butterfly editions, Beautiful prints, and Pharmaceutical series. Damien Hirst art for sale and Damien Hirst original art for sale through our New York gallery are sourced from authenticated secondary market collections. We also advise collectors looking to sell Damien Hirst prints — free valuations available.
Damien Hirst is the defining figure of the Young British Artists movement and one of the most collected living artists in the world. His work spans Natural History sculptures, Spot Paintings, Butterfly Works, Spin Paintings, and pharmaceutical installations ? series that have set auction benchmarks at Sotheby's, Christie's, and Phillips across four decades. Collections at Tate Modern, MoMA, and the Guggenheim confirm his standing as one of the essential artists of his generation.
His single-artist auction "Beautiful Inside My Head Forever" generated $198 million at Sotheby's in 2008, a record that remains one of the most significant events in the contemporary art market. Major works including the Lullaby series of medicine cabinets and the Natural History formaldehyde sculptures have each achieved prices above $10 million, while his Spot Paintings and print editions sustain deep, global secondary market activity across all price points.
Guy Hepner Gallery has deep expertise across Damien Hirst's print editions, Spot Paintings, and Butterfly Works, offering acquisition guidance, market valuations, and direct access to available works. Whether you are building a collection or looking to sell, the gallery provides trusted, confidential support for one of the most actively traded names in contemporary art.