Damien Hirst memorabilia values and prices at auction
Damien Hirst is a British artist known for his provocative and controversial works that often feature dead animals or medical equipment. Memorabilia related to his career can be highly sought after by collectors. In this blog post, we will explore some of the most popular types of Damien Hirst memorabilia and their values and prices at auction.
1. Prints: Damien Hirst prints, particularly those from his early career, can be highly valued by collectors. In 2019, a set of eight limited edition prints by Damien Hirst sold for $58,750 at auction.
2. Sculptures: Damien Hirst sculptures, particularly those featuring dead animals or medical equipment, can be highly valued by collectors. In 2017, a sculpture by Damien Hirst featuring a bull in formaldehyde sold for $15.3 million at auction.
3. Spin paintings: Damien Hirst's spin paintings, which are created by pouring paint onto a spinning canvas, can be highly valued by collectors. In 2018, a Damien Hirst spin painting sold for $1.9 million at auction.
4. Pharmacy items: Damien Hirst's "Pharmacy" series, which features rows of medicine bottles and pills, can be highly valued by collectors. In 2019, a set of Pharmacy medicine cabinets by Damien Hirst sold for $675,000 at auction.
5. Diamond skulls: Damien Hirst's diamond skull sculptures, which feature a human skull covered in diamonds, can be highly valued by collectors. In 2008, a diamond skull sculpture by Damien Hirst sold for $100 million at auction.
In conclusion, Damien Hirst memorabilia values and prices at auction can vary greatly depending on their rarity, condition, and historical significance.
Collectors should be aware of the authenticity of these items and should do their research to ensure that they are purchasing legitimate memorabilia.
Owning a piece of Damien Hirst's legacy can be a meaningful way to pay tribute to one of the most controversial and influential artists of our time, and to celebrate his contributions to the world of contemporary art.
About your Author:
Adrian Roose has over 30 years’ experience covering all aspects of the rare stamp & memorabilia industry during which he has sold over £50m of unique items, helping build collections for Royalty, household name celebrities and 1,000s of collectors around the world.
Adrian was previously a Director at Stanley Gibbons, a Board Member of Stampex, and Executive Director of Paul Fraser Collectibles, PFC Auctions and JustCollecting, prior to founding The Memorabilia Club.