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Damien Hirst Memento 4 For Sale
Damien HirstMemento 4, 2008
Etching
47 1/8 x 42 1/2 in 119.5 x 108 cm
About this work
The etching presents Hirst's iconic butterfly motif arranged in a kaleidoscopic mandala pattern, rendered with meticulous detail through the traditional printmaking technique. Radiating from a central point, the composition features symmetrically positioned butterflies that create an intricate, medallion-like formation. The monochromatic palette emphasizes the delicate line work and tonal variations achieved through the etching process, showcasing the technical precision required to capture the gossamer wings and organic forms. The large scale of the work amplifies its visual impact, transforming scientific illustration into something approaching spiritual geometry. This piece belongs to Hirst's celebrated exploration of mortality, beauty, and transformation, themes that have defined his practice since the early 1990s. The butterfly, a universal symbol of metamorphosis and ephemeral existence, allows collectors to engage with his conceptual framework through the accessible medium of printmaking. The 2008 date positions this work during a particularly significant period in the artist's career, making it an important example of his graphic output for serious collections. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.
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Edition & Provenance
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- 2008
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- Edition
- Edition of 30
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.