
Ellipticine
"Ellipticine" is a colored etching and aquatint by Damien Hirst, executed on Hahnemühle paper and presented with full margins, showcasing the artist's characteristic use of precise geometric and organic forms. The work exemplifies Hirst's exploration of pharmaceutical and scientific imagery through printmaking, employing the traditional techniques of etching and aquatint to create vibrant chromatic effects. The title references ellipticine, an alkaloid compound with potential medicinal properties, reflecting Hirst's continued engagement with themes of science, medicine, and human intervention in nature.
- Medium
- Etching and aquatint in colours, on Hahnemühle etching paper, with full margins.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Evening & Day Editions
January 23, 2025
Lot 33
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