Damien Hirst U. K. , 1965
The Virtues (All 8 panels), 2021
Complete set of eight laminated Giclée prints on aluminium composite panels
Each signed by the artist and numbered on a label, affixed on verso
Each signed by the artist and numbered on a label, affixed on verso
Each panel is 120 x 96 cm
© Damien Hirst, Science Ltd.
Further images
Damien Hirst turns his hand to spots and floral patterns through the appropriation of historical Japanese forms and narrative. Taking as his subject matter Bushidō: The Soul of Japan, which,...
Damien Hirst turns his hand to spots and floral patterns through the appropriation of historical Japanese forms and narrative. Taking as his subject matter Bushidō: The Soul of Japan, which, published in 1900 by Nitobe Inazō, translates the Samurai code of ethics for Western audience. In Nitobe’s account this code is divided into eight virtues, which are responsible for customs such as the tea ceremony and behaviour like tranquillity even in the face of danger. Referencing this ancient code, Hirst draws on the Western stylistic movements of Impressionism, Pointillism and Action Painting to explore the joy and beauty of Spring and new life while also suggesting their ephemerality.
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