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Damien Hirst H11- The Currency (An Incongruous Destiny) For Sale

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Damien Hirst - H11- The Currency (An Incongruous Destiny), 2016-2021, Acrylic paint on handmade paper

H11- The Currency (An Incongruous Destiny), 2016-2021

Acrylic paint on handmade paper

8 1/4 x 11 3/4 in 21 x 30 cm

About this work

In The Currency series by Damien Hirst, four distinct artworks come together to form a cohesive exploration of color, form, and meaning. Despite their individual titles and unique visual compositions, these pieces share common qualities that tie them into a unified series. One of the most striking features is Hirst's meticulous use of spots, arranged with precision on canvas. These spots, varying in size and color, create a mesmerizing visual rhythm that unifies the series.Hirst's choice of colors is deliberate and impactful, with each painting evoking a different mood and emotion. From the bold clashes of colors in An Incongruous Destiny to the somber tones of Ever Keep on Keeping On, the series traverses a spectrum of emotions. The colors not only contribute to the visual impact of the paintings but also serve as symbols, hinting at deeper meanings related to value, fate, and human experience.The Currency series as a whole invites viewers on a journey of contemplation and introspection. These artworks transcend their individual titles and become a collective meditation on life's complexities. Through the repetition of spots, the interplay of colors, and the tension between chaos and order, Hirst prompts us to reflect on the nature of value, the role of chance, and the resilience of the human spirit. Whether seen as reflections on the art market, economic systems, or personal struggles, The Currency series is a testament to Hirst's ability to provoke thought and emotion through the simplicity of spots on canvas.

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Auction History

Damien Hirst - 0375 I cannot believe this, from The Currency

0375 I cannot believe this, from The Currency · Damien Hirst · Phillips · 2022-03 · $20,160

Damien Hirst - 5941 Can you see?, from The Currency

5941 Can you see?, from The Currency · Damien Hirst · Phillips · 2022-04 · $20,160

Damien Hirst - 2215 It's all wonderful, from The Currency

2215 It's all wonderful, from The Currency · Damien Hirst · Phillips · 2022-06 · $18,269

Damien Hirst - 3983 Through a Window, from The Currency

3983 Through a Window, from The Currency · Damien Hirst · Phillips · 2023-01 · $14,770

Damien Hirst - 2737 I'm about to catch my breath, from The Currency

2737 I'm about to catch my breath, from The Currency · Damien Hirst · Phillips · 2022-09 · $14,482

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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.

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