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Claridges (H5-4)
Work Summary & Collector Notes
Claridges (H5-4) is documented in this catalog as a 2018 Giclee Print. The saved release record lists dimensions of 90 x 90 cm. The saved record attributes the release to Tate Gallery. The cataloged edition information is 100.
Collector notes: The saved release record describes: Limited edition of 100. The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature against a documented example of this edition.
Why It Matters
Named for the storied London hotel, Claridges (H5-4) reinforces the H5 group's play on prestige and place. Its square format, aluminium construction, and reverse-signed edition of 100 align it with the rest of the suite, making it a natural component for collectors pursuing the complete set.
Collector Perspective
The London namesake gives Claridges particular appeal to UK-oriented collectors, though it sits equally within the broader H5 run. Availability follows the edition of 100. Verify the reverse signature and numbering and the H5-4 catalog reference, and check the Diasec acrylic surface and panel edges for condition.
Historical Context
Part of the 2018 H5 release, Claridges continues Hirst's model of themed Giclée suites issued as archival aluminium-mounted objects. The hotel-naming device links the series to notions of luxury and travel while keeping each work individually catalog-referenced for the editioned print market.
Documented Release Details
- Object type
- Editioned print
- Release date
- 2018
- Release-date note
- Catalog-listed release year from the saved secondary record; primary release-page confirmation remains pending.
- Medium and materials
- Giclee Print; catalog dimensions 90 x 90 cm; Medium: Diasec-mounted giclée print on aluminium panel.
- Edition details
- The saved release record describes: Limited edition of 100.
- Signature and marks
- The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature against a documented example of this edition.
Documented History and Meaning
History note: This page treats Damien Hirst's broader career as background context, not proof that this specific edition belongs to any single exhibition or event. Release-level facts here come from a saved secondary catalog record.
Meaning / interpretation: Read as documented context rather than stated intent: Part of the 2018 H5 release, Claridges continues Hirst's model of themed Giclée suites issued as archival aluminium-mounted objects. This is an interpretive reading of the release context, not a statement of the artist's intent for this specific work. This interpretive note follows the cited artist or publisher context.
Release context: The saved catalog lists 2018 and attributes the edition to Tate Gallery.
Authentication, Presentation and Provenance
- Original presentation
- Original packaging or presentation was not documented in the release sources reviewed.
- Authentication note
- Compare the support, dimensions, edition number, and signature against a documented example of this edition. Gauntlet Gallery does not authenticate works purchased from third parties.
- Provenance note
- Edition origin is attributed in the saved record to Tate Gallery. That does not establish the ownership history of an individual copy: retain the original invoice, reseller or gallery paperwork, labels, correspondence, and condition photographs.
Sources and Verification
Verification status: Secondary catalog snapshot; artist-level context added
- Saved release record — Art Collectorz · secondary catalog snapshot · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Starting record for title, year, edition, dimensions, medium, and release description. Primary confirmation against the original release page remains pending.
- Damien Hirst — official site — Damien Hirst studio (Science Ltd.) · primary artist source · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Official artist site; career context, not an individual-edition record.
- Damien Hirst — Wikipedia · reference encyclopedia · Accessed 2026-07-13 · General artist-level biographical and career reference.
- Damien Hirst (Q294326) — Wikidata · reference knowledge base · Accessed 2026-07-13 · Structured identifier used for the artist across catalog metadata.
FAQ
What is Claridges named after?
It shares its name with a landmark hotel, following the H5 series naming convention.
What is its catalog number?
H5-4, the fourth work in the H5 suite.
What are the medium and size?
A Diasec-mounted Giclée print on aluminium panel, 90 x 90 cm.
How many were produced?
A limited edition of 100, signed and numbered on the reverse.
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