
Minaret, from Sanctum
A mesmerizing arrangement of meticulously rendered pharmaceutical pills and capsules radiates outward in a symmetrical, mandala-like composition, reflecting Hirst's enduring fascination with medicine, mortality, and consumer culture. The rich, velvety tones achieved through photogravure etching lend the work a depth and luminosity that elevates the mass-produced objects into something almost sacred. Printed on fine Velin Arches paper, the work balances clinical precision with an almost devotional beauty, inviting contemplation on themes of healing, faith, and the human desire to cheat death.
- Medium
- Photogravure etching in colors, on Velin Arches paper, with full margins,
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Evening & Day Editions
April 21, 2015
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