Artist: Damien Hirst (British, b. 1965)

Medium: Offset lithograph

Dimensions: 69 x 49 cm (27.25 x 19.25 in)

Signed: Unsigned

Publication: Produced for the For the Love of God exhibition at the Rijksmuseum, 2008

Condition Report: The piece is in overall good condition, with minor wear consistent with age and handling.

Description:
This offset lithograph exhibition poster was published in 2008 to accompany Damien Hirst’s For the Love of God exhibition at the Rijksmuseum. The striking image showcases Hirst’s renowned diamond-encrusted platinum skull, a provocative and opulent work that explores themes of mortality, value, and the art market.

Rendered in high detail, the poster captures the brilliance and intensity of the original sculpture, which is encrusted with 8,601 flawless diamonds and set with human teeth. The piece reflects Hirst’s fascination with the intersections of art, wealth, and death—hallmarks of his controversial and thought-provoking career.

About the Artist:
Damien Hirst is one of the most influential and controversial artists of contemporary British art. A key figure in the Young British Artists (YBA) movement, he rose to prominence in the 1990s with his provocative works exploring themes of life, death, and consumerism. His art often incorporates unconventional materials such as preserved animals, pharmaceuticals, and precious stones, challenging traditional notions of artistic value and meaning.

This poster serves as an excellent piece of ephemera from one of Hirst’s most iconic exhibitions, making it a compelling addition to collections of contemporary art and museum memorabilia.