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Damien Hirst — Rhodanine
Damien Hirst

Rhodanine

"Rhodanine" is a captivating work by renowned British artist Damien Hirst, whose provocative and boundary-pushing practice has made him one of the most celebrated and controversial figures in contemporary art. True to Hirst's fascination with science, mortality, and the aesthetics of the natural world, the piece likely draws its name from rhodanine, an organic compound used in chemical synthesis and biological research. The work invites viewers to contemplate the intersection of beauty and science, themes that have long defined Hirst's singular artistic vision.

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Evening Sale

November 8, 2015

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Damien Hirst, Rhodanine

"Rhodanine" is a captivating work by renowned British artist Damien Hirst, whose provocative and boundary-pushing practice has made him one of the most celebrated and controversial figures in contemporary art. True to Hirst's fascination with science, mortality, and the aesthetics of the natural world, the piece likely draws its name from rhodanine, an organic compound used in chemical synthesis and biological research. The work invites viewers to contemplate the intersection of beauty and science, themes that have long defined Hirst's singular artistic vision.

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Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Damien Hirst, Minimalist, Male Artist, Spot Painting, Scientific Aesthetic, Conceptual Art, British Artist, Contemporary Artist, Canvas, Chemical Compound, Contemporary Art, Minimalist Composition, Abstract, Vibrant Colors

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Collected by

Alex Capecelatro, Sarah Greenspan, Hamilton Selway Gallery, Brittany Laques