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Damien Hirst H13-8 Woody Bay For Sale

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Damien Hirst - H13-8 Woody Bay, 2023, Laminated Giclée print on aluminium composite panel

H13-8 Woody Bay, 2023

Laminated Giclée print on aluminium composite panel

35 3/8 x 35 3/8 in 89.9 x 89.9 cm

Edition

Edition of 248

About this work

Damien Hirst's Woody Bay emerges as a compelling exploration of coastal landscapes, intricately interwoven with themes of mortality, existence, and the enduring allure of the sea. Positioned within his series Where The Land Meets The Sea, this artwork reflects Hirst's profound affinity for the ocean and his profound contemplation of the interplay between life and death.Inspired by Abstract Expressionism and the works of Robert Motherwell, particularly his evocative Beside the Sea series, Woody Bay encapsulates Hirst's distinctive artistic vision and technical mastery. Employing bold brushstrokes and a rich color palette, Hirst adeptly captures the essence of Woody Bay's serene shores, encouraging viewers to immerse themselves in its timeless beauty.Woody Bay serves as a poignant meditation on the cyclical nature of existence and the ephemeral beauty of the natural world. With its dynamic composition and evocative imagery, the artwork evokes a profound sense of tranquility and transience, prompting viewers to reflect on the fleeting moments of life.As an integral component of the broader series, Woody Bay contributes to Hirst's exploration of environmental consciousness and the imperative of preserving coastal ecosystems. It stands as a powerful testament to humanity's interconnectedness with the sea and the urgent need to safeguard its delicate balance for future generations.

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Edition & Provenance

Year
2023
Medium
Laminated Giclée print on aluminium composite panel
Edition
Edition of 248

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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.

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