Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Damien Hirst Print Index
Big Love (Diamond Dust)
Summary
Big Love is a 2010 silkscreen accented with diamond dust, published by Other Criteria at an imposing 152.4 x 152.4 cm, roughly five feet square. Issued in an edition of 50 plus 12 artist's proofs, its glittering embellished surface and monumental scale make it one of Hirst's boldest large-format editions.
Why It Matters
Scale is central to Big Love's impact; at five feet square it commands a wall the way a painting would, while the diamond dust adds Hirst's signature light-catching seduction. The combination of grand format and reflective embellishment places it among the most physically ambitious works in his print catalogue.
Collector Perspective
The sheer size makes Big Love a demanding acquisition in terms of framing, transport, and wall space, but it delivers presence that smaller editions cannot. The edition of 50 plus 12 APs keeps it limited. Condition of the diamond-dust surface is paramount, and buyers should factor in the specialist handling large embellished works require.
Historical Context
Published by Other Criteria in 2010, Big Love sits within Hirst's diamond-dust output of the period, a body of work indebted to Warhol's dust-embellished screenprints. Its monumental scale reflects Hirst's broader impulse to push editioned prints toward the ambition and physical impact of his unique paintings.
FAQ
How large is Big Love?
It measures 152.4 x 152.4 cm, approximately five feet square, one of the largest formats in Hirst's print output.
What is the edition size?
It was released in an edition of 50 plus 12 artist's proofs.
What is the diamond dust finish?
It is a glittering particulate applied to the screenprint surface that reflects light and shifts as the viewer moves, a technique Hirst adopted from Andy Warhol.
Who published it?
It was published by Other Criteria in 2010.
About the Artist
Damien Hirst (born 1965, Bristol) is a British artist and the most prominent figure of the Young British Artists (YBAs). Rising to fame in the late 1980s and 1990s, he built a practice around mortality, science, religion, and beauty — from formaldehyde-preserved animals to his Spot, Spin, and Butterfly (Kaleidoscope) series. Hirst is also one of the most prolific printmakers in contemporary art, releasing extensive signed editions through his own science-led studio and, more recently, the HENI imprint. His work has commanded record prices and defined the market for blue-chip contemporary editions.
Collecting Damien Hirst at Gauntlet Gallery
Which Damien Hirst prints should I collect?
Signed, numbered editions from his signature series — Spots, Butterflies/Kaleidoscope, Spins, Cherry Blossoms, and skull works — are the collectible core. Look for strong condition and the artist's pencil signature. Gauntlet Gallery prioritizes complete, well-documented impressions.
How is a Hirst print authenticated?
We sell Hirst works with documented provenance and the edition's signature and numbering; many carry HENI or studio documentation. Each piece is photographed exactly as it ships, including signature and edition details.
What drives value?
Series and image (iconic Spots and Butterflies lead), edition size, format and scale, condition, and provenance all drive value. Hand-signed, low-numbered, and diamond-dust or foilblock works command premiums.