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Damien Hirst Psalm: Confitebor Tibi For Sale

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Damien Hirst - Psalm: Confitebor Tibi, 2009, Silkscreen

Psalm: Confitebor Tibi, 2009

Silkscreen

29 x 29 in 73.7 x 73.7 cm

Edition

Edition of 50

About this work

Confitebor Tibi, a vibrant creation from Damien Hirst's esteemed Psalms series, beckons viewers into a world of vivid contrasts and spiritual exaltation. Hirst's artistry, renowned for its ability to transcend boundaries, is vividly expressed in this captivating piece that explores themes of gratitude, praise, and the dynamic interplay of colors.As a significant part of the Psalms series introduced in 2008, Confitebor Tibi takes its name from an Old Testament psalm, grounding the painting in a tradition of deep reflection and sacred expression. This piece stands out for its lively and contrasting palette—a striking combination of vibrant yellows and blues that pulse with energy and vitality.In Confitebor Tibi, Hirst employs a circular composition with concentric rings of butterfly wings, reminiscent of a mandala, to symbolize the eternal and cyclical nature of life and spirituality. The central motif of butterflies, arranged in dynamic patterns, represents the exuberance of gratitude and praise. Against the backdrop of lively yellows and blues, these butterflies seem to dance with joy, drawing the viewer into a celebratory moment.Upon closer examination, Confitebor Tibi reveals layers of symbolism that evoke contemplation. The vibrant yellows symbolize the warmth of gratitude and the radiance of praise, while the blues speak to the depth of spiritual connection and the expansiveness of the divine. The concentric arrangement of butterfly wings invites viewers to explore the intertwining of gratitude and spirituality in the eternal cycle of life.As viewers stand before Confitebor Tibi, they are enveloped in its lively yellows and dynamic blues, drawn into a world of spiritual celebration and gratitude. Hirst's masterful creation serves as a doorway to joyous contemplation, encouraging introspection on the blessings of life, the mysteries of faith, and the enduring connection between humanity and the divine.

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Edition & Provenance

Year
2009
Medium
Silkscreen
Edition
Edition of 50

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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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