Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Damien Hirst Print Index
H19-1 Aurora Dawn (Timed Edition)
Summary
H19-1 Aurora Dawn (2025) is a Diasec-mounted giclée print on an aluminium composite panel, 88 x 88 cm, from Damien Hirst's series The Dreams, published by HENI Editions. Numbered and hand-signed by the artist on the label, it was released as a timed edition and serves as the opening image, H19-1, of the group.
Why It Matters
The Diasec-on-aluminium format is a premium presentation more often associated with photography, giving The Dreams a glossy, luminous surface distinct from paper editions. Hand-signing on the label adds a direct artist connection. As the first entry, H19-1 anchors the sequence for collectors approaching the series as a set.
Collector Perspective
The panel construction means the work arrives ready to hang without additional framing, an appealing practicality. Hand-signature and numbering support authentication and desirability. As a timed edition, its final run size reflects demand during release, so collectors should confirm the number when assessing relative scarcity within The Dreams.
Historical Context
The Dreams series continues Hirst's long engagement with luminous colour and optical effect, here delivered on a modern aluminium-composite substrate. Diasec mounting, developed for high-end photographic display, lends the giclée a jewel-like finish, part of HENI's broader effort to present Hirst's editions with museum-grade materials.
FAQ
What is the medium?
A Diasec-mounted giclée print on aluminium composite panel, 88 x 88 cm.
Is it signed?
Yes, it is numbered and hand-signed by Damien Hirst on the label.
Which series does it belong to?
The Dreams, where it is the first image, H19-1.
Does it need framing?
No, the aluminium panel with Diasec mounting is designed to hang as-is.
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.