Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Damien Hirst Print Index
H15-2 Uriel
Summary
H15-2 Uriel (2024) is the second print in The Archangels, a four-part HENI series drawn from Hirst's Cherry Blossoms paintings. A Giclée on archival fine-art paper in a walnut frame (60.5 x 152.5 cm), the artwork measures 52 x 144 cm. It is hand-signed and numbered on the front in an edition of 100 plus 20 APs.
Why It Matters
Uriel extends the Cherry Blossoms imagery into editioned form and continues the archangel-named quartet. Its edition of 100 plus 20 APs makes it one of HENI's scarcer Hirst prints, and its shared format with Raphael reinforces the series' cohesion for collectors pursuing the full set.
Collector Perspective
Like its companions, Uriel ships in an integral walnut frame, an elevated presentation for a print edition. The capped 100 plus 20 APs run signals real scarcity, and the Cherry Blossoms source adds pull. As H15-2, it is central for collectors assembling all four Archangels in matching format.
Historical Context
Hirst's Cherry Blossoms series revived a lush, celebratory mode of painting when it debuted at the Fondation Cartier in 2021. The Archangels transposes that imagery into 2024 HENI editions, pairing blossom motifs with archangel titles to layer sacred iconography over Hirst's exuberant floral surfaces.
FAQ
Where does Uriel fall in the series?
It is H15-2, the second of four prints in The Archangels series.
How large is the edition?
100, plus 20 artist's proofs, matching the other Archangels prints.
Is a frame included?
Yes. It comes in a walnut frame of 60.5 x 152.5 cm, with the artwork measuring 52 x 144 cm.
What source imagery does it use?
It is based on Hirst's Cherry Blossoms paintings, first shown widely at the Fondation Cartier in Paris in 2021.
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.