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Damien Hirst Sanctum: Chancel For Sale

Damien Hirst
Damien Hirst - Sanctum: Chancel, 2009, Etching

Sanctum: Chancel, 2009

Etching

46 5/8 x 45 1/2 in 118.4 x 115.6 cm

Edition

Edition of 59

About this work

Chancel is an etching from Damien Hirst’s Sanctum series from 2009 that showcases an intricate kaleidoscopic pattern crafted from butterfly wings. The titles of the prints in this series, such as Chancel, include architectural features of Christian church buildings, reflecting Hirst's fascination with spirituality and the human psyche.In Chancel, the symmetrical design is immediately apparent, with varying shades of blue forming a mesmerizing composition. A vertical line cuts through the center of the image, dividing it perfectly into two mirrored halves. This precise symmetry adds to the print's allure, drawing the viewer deeper into its hypnotic depths. The kaleidoscopic pattern, meticulously created from butterfly wings, captivates with its complexity and precision.The use of varying shades of blue in Chancel evokes a sense of calm and tranquility, reminiscent of stained glass windows in church architecture. This print, like the others in the Sanctum series, exudes a kinetic energy that is both exciting and mesmerizing to behold. Hirst's meticulous arrangement of the butterfly wings creates a sense of movement within the static medium of etching, as if the composition is alive with energy.Through Chancel, viewers are invited to contemplate the interplay of symmetry and spirituality. The print serves as a visual meditation on themes of beauty, religion, and the ephemeral nature of existence. As viewers gaze upon the intricate details of butterfly wings transformed into art, they are encouraged to ponder the mysteries of life and the human psyche. Chancel stands as a testament to Hirst's ability to blend artistry with introspection, offering a captivating glimpse into the profound complexities of the natural and spiritual worlds.

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Edition & Provenance

Year
2009
Medium
Etching
Edition
Edition of 59

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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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