Bronze Sculpture for Sale
Brain Salad Surgery,
1973
H. R. Giger
Print : lithography
70 x 60 cm 27.6 x 23.6 inch
Sold
Free returns within 14 days
Authenticity guaranteed
Learn moreSecure payment
Paypal
American Express
Visa
Mastercard
Apple Pay
Google Pay
About the artwork
Type
Numbered and limited to 200 copies
Signature
Hand-signed by artist
Authenticity
Sold with certificate of Authenticity from the gallery
Invoice from the gallery
Medium
Dimensions cm • inch
70 x 60 cm 27.6 x 23.6 inch Height x Width x Depth
Support
Framing
White frame with plexiglass
Artwork dimensions including frame
73 x 64 cm 28.7 x 25.2 inch
Artwork sold in perfect condition, framed, ready to hang
Artwork location: Switzerland
Signed and numbered screen print by H. R. Giger.
The work is signed “GIGER" in the lower right and numbered in the lower left.
The work is originally created for the album by Emerson, Lake & Palmer in 1973. The image is derived from Giger's original design, known as , which was specifically conceived for the album and has since become one of the most recognizable works in the history of progressive rock imagery.
Above the image appears the distinctive ELP logo, also designed by Giger and adopted by the band from that moment onward.
The collaboration between Giger and Emerson, Lake & Palmer emerged in 1973, when Peter Zumsteg, manager of the record label, introduced the band to the artist. Following a concert in Zurich, the group visited Giger at his home, where they encountered his recently completed triptych , created under the influence of their music. Impressed by his vision, the band immediately decided to commission Giger for their album cover, resulting in the creation of .
The work is professionally framed in our own frame-shop, in a custom-made black wooden frame with Plexiglas® Optical HC, offering UV protection, scratch resistance, and minimal reflection.
Size framed : approx. 74 x 64 cm.
H. R. Giger (1940–2014) was a Swiss painter, sculptor, and designer, internationally acclaimed for his dark, surreal visions and pioneering biomechanical aesthetic. He achieved global fame through his work in cinema, most notably as the creator of the Xenomorph in Alien, for which he received the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects.
Authenticity and provenance guaranteed.
Delivered with a certificate of authenticity.
Worldwide shipping, tax-friendly to the USA and EU countries.
Custom handmade framing available on request.
Collector’s Guide
Discover more by the artist
Presentation
Hans Ruedi Giger was a Swiss artist. Born in 1940, Giger obtained his BFA in architecture and industrial design at the School of Applied Arts, Zürich.
Giger's artworks are created in the biomechanical style, which combines elements of machinery with the human body. His creations have been featured in several film and music posters. Most notably, Giger designed the titular Alien for the Academy Award winning film Alien. Giger died in 2014.
Printmakers
More works from SitterArt
Need help?
Protect your purchase with Artsper: Buy with confidence
At Artsper, our mission is to allow you to collect works of art with complete peace of mind. Discover the protections we offer at every stage of your shopping experience.
Buy works from top galleries
We work in close collaboration with carefully selected art galleries. Each seller on Artsper is carefully examined and approved by our team, thus ensuring compliance with our code of ethics. You therefore have the assurance of purchasing authentic, high-quality works.
Total transparency: you know what you are buying
Before being posted online, all artwork on Artsper is reviewed and validated by our moderation team. You can browse with complete peace of mind, knowing that each piece meets our criteria of excellence.
Personalized support: our experts at your service
Our team of contemporary art experts is available by phone or email to answer all your questions. Whether you want advice on a work or a tailor-made selection to enrich your collection, we are here to support you.
Resell your works with ease
If you have purchased a work on Artsper and wish to resell it, we offer you a dedicated platform to relist it. To find out more, click here.
Make offers with Artsper: negotiate like in a gallery
You have the possibility to propose a price for certain works, just like in a gallery. This feature allows you to initiate discussions and potentially acquire your coins at advantageous prices.
Get help with your negotiations
Our team will negotiate for you and inform you as soon as the best offer is obtained. Do not hesitate to call on our expertise to ensure a transaction at the best price.
Order securely
Artsper satisfaction assurance
We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If the work you receive is not to your liking, you have 14 days to return it free of charge, and you will be refunded in full, whatever the reason.
Secure payment with Artsper partners
All credit card payments are processed by Paybox, the world leader in payment solutions. Thanks to their strict security standards, you can transact with confidence.
Problem Support
In the rare event that an artwork arrives damaged or not as described, we are here to help. Whether for a return, refund, restoration or exchange, our team will support you throughout the process and will ensure that we find the solution best suited to your situation.
Conditions to benefit from Artsper protections:
Use one of the payment methods available on Artsper for your order.
Report any problems within one week of receiving the work.
Provide required photographic evidence (including original artwork and packaging).
Artsper guarantees cover the following cases:
The received work lacks a described characteristic (for example, a signature or frame).
The artwork has significant differences from its description (e.g. color variation).
The work is damaged upon receipt.
The work is lost or damaged by the carrier.
Delivery is significantly delayed.
With Artsper, you collect with complete peace of mind.
How do I showcase my work?
Have you purchased a painting, sculpture or work on paper?
Find our expert advice for the conservation and promotion of your works in the articles below:
Where can I be delivered?
Artsper delivers internationally. The list of countries is available in the first step of your cart.
If your country is not listed contact us at [email protected] and we will see what we can do.
Note that Customs fees may apply for works shipped internationally. This is indicated in the first step of the shopping cart.
You can choose a delivery address different from the billing address. Make sure that a trusted person is present to receive the work if you cannot be there.
Why choose Artsper for your art purchases
Artsper offers you access to more than 200,000 works of contemporary art from 2,000 partner galleries. Our team of experts carefully selects galleries to guarantee the quality and originality of the works.
You benefit from:
Works at gallery price
Return within 14 days, regardless of your location
Easy resale of the work purchased on Artsper
Personalized research tools (selection and tailor-made universe)
Our customer service is available for any assistance.