The empresses - Theodora, 2022
Print : Screen Print, giclée · 100 x 100 x 1 cm 39.4 x 39.4 x 0.4 inch
$6,369
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About the artwork
Type
Print : numbered and limited to 3315 copies
1 copy available
Condition
Artwork sold in perfect condition, not framed
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Signature
Hand-signed by artist
Technique & Support
Screen Print , giclée on aluminium
Dimensions ( cm • inch )
100 x 100 x 1 cm 39.4 x 39.4 x 0.4 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Description
Date of creation: 2022 Medium: Laminated giclée print on aluminium composite and screen printed with glitter. Edition: 3.315 (1.566 physical + 1.749 NFT)
Size: 100 x 100 cm Condition: In mint conditions and not framed.
This is a stunning laminated giclée on aluminium composite panel screen printed with glitter. The work hand signed and numbered by Damien Hirst on the label on the back.
Theodora is a limited edition of 3.315 copies, which includes 1.566 physical works and 1.749 NFT.
Damien Hirst series "Empresses" is an homage to 5 amazing women with a major relevance in history. Little known for western culture, their greatness is celebrated by Hirst.
Theodora was the most important Empress of the Byzantine era was married to Justinian I from 527 until her death in 548. Despite her humble origins, along with her husband, Theodora is a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church and in the Oriental Orthodox Church. Even she did not rule officially Theodora was said to be the ruler on the shades and was definitely the partner in deliberations for her husband who took her wise and certain advise in key situations of their reign. Damien Hirst's Theodora depicts an apparently chaos of butterflies that is nothing as such. This composition represents the female gender symbol. Taking a closer look, there are glittering red lines that divide the work in three half horizontally and the work is clearly symmetrical to the vertical line. The paired butterflies on the center top create a circle and the pair of butterflies at the lower margin simulate an horizontal line, both forms merge with the vertical visual line. Theodora encouraged policies that benefited women such as illegalizing trafficking of girls. Justinian I dictaminated laws that set the death penalty for rape, expanded the rights of women in and property ownership, gave mothers some guardianship rights over their children, and forbid the killing of a wife who committed adultery, all of them under Theodoras involvement.
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Damien Hirst, born in 1965 in Bristol, England, is a pioneering figure in contemporary art, best known for his provocative and groundbreaking work that explores themes of life, death, and science. As a leading member of the Young British Artists (YBAs) movement, Hirst's art has left an indelible mark on the art world since the late 1980s. His work challenges conventional boundaries and continues to resonate globally, with exhibitions in major institutions like Tate Modern and the Gagosian Gallery.
In 2023, Damien Hirst's exhibition The Currency made headlines, merging traditional art with NFTs. Featuring 10,000 unique spot paintings paired with digital tokens, it allowed buyers to choose between the physical artwork or its digital version. The show, held at Hirst's Newport Street Gallery in London, explored art ownership and the role of blockchain in the art market, positioning Hirst as a key figure in the digital art revolution. This exhibition underscores Hirst's continued influence and innovation in the evolving art landscape.
Hirst gained international fame with iconic works like "The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living", a tiger shark suspended in formaldehyde, which became a symbol of the 1990s art scene. His Spot Paintings and Medicine Cabinets have become signature pieces, blending art with science and challenging traditional ideas of beauty and mortality. In 2007, Hirst made headlines with the "For the Love of God" platinum skull, encrusted with over 8,000 diamonds.
Throughout his career, Hirst has continuously pushed the boundaries of art, embracing a variety of mediums and themes. His Neo-expressionism and Abstract Expressionism influences are evident in works that delve into fame, religion, and the human experience. In recent years, he has continued to evolve, presenting new works in exhibitions like "Treasures from the Wreck of the Unbelievable" in Venice in 2017, with support from the Pinault Foundation.
Hirst's impact on the art world remains immense, with his works commanding high prices at auctions and attracting both admiration and controversy. His ability to provoke thought while exploring the intersection of art, science, and philosophy ensures his place as one of the most important and influential contemporary artists today.
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