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Damien Hirst Dumpling (from The Last Supper) For Sale
Damien Hirst
Dumpling (from The Last Supper), 1999
Screen print
60 x 40 in 152.4 x 101.6 cm
About this work
In Damien Hirst's intriguing artwork Dumpling, a notable piece within his series The Last Supper, the artist skillfully manipulates pharmaceutical aesthetics to provoke contemplation on themes of faith, consumption, and cultural identity. Departing from conventional pharmaceutical labels, the artwork presents a striking reimagining with the word "Dumpling" adorning the packaging in lieu of a traditional drug name.This choice to replace pharmaceutical terminology with a culinary reference like "Dumpling" infuses the artwork with layers of meaning. The dumpling, a culinary staple across cultures and cuisines, takes on symbolic significance beyond its mere gastronomic function. By integrating this everyday food item into the context of pharmaceutical packaging, Hirst prompts viewers to reconsider the intersections between sustenance, healing, and cultural symbolism.Moreover, the inclusion of Hirst's own name or brand in place of pharmaceutical manufacturers' identities adds an additional dimension to the artwork. It invites viewers to reflect on the role of artistic authorship and commercial branding in shaping perceptions of value and authenticity. Through Dumpling, Hirst prompts viewers to examine the pervasive influence of consumer culture on beliefs and behaviors, inviting a deeper exploration of the complexities inherent in contemporary society.
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Edition & Provenance
- Year
- 1999
- Medium
- Screen print
- Edition
- Edition of 150
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.