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H19-3 Luna Chrysalis (Timed Edition)
Work Summary & Collector Notes
H19-3 Luna Chrysalis (2025) is a Diasec-mounted giclée on aluminium composite panel, 88 x 88 cm, from Damien Hirst's The Dreams, published by HENI Editions. Numbered and hand-signed by the artist on the label, it is the third image, H19-3, in this timed-edition sequence of luminous square works.
Collector notes: Legacy catalog label: Timed Edition; total quantity was not documented in the saved record. The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature against a documented example of this edition.
Why It Matters
The Luna Chrysalis title evokes lunar light and metamorphosis, themes of transformation that resonate with Hirst's lifelong interest in life cycles. As the midpoint of the series, H19-3 offers collectors a thematically rich central image, delivered on the same premium aluminium panel that defines the group.
Collector Perspective
The panel format means no extra framing is required, and the hand signature reinforces authenticity. Set-focused collectors treat H19-3 as a key interior piece in the sequence. Its timed-edition status means scarcity is demand-defined, so confirming the numbered edition figure is advisable before assessing rarity.
Historical Context
The chrysalis motif connects to Hirst's enduring engagement with metamorphosis and the fragility of life, echoing his butterfly and biological works. Presented via Diasec on aluminium composite, The Dreams applies modern display technology to abstract, atmospheric imagery within HENI's editioned Hirst catalogue.
Documented Release Details
- Object type
- Editioned print
- Release date
- 2025
- 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 88 x 88 cm; Medium: Diasec-mounted Giclée print on aluminium composite panel.
- Edition details
- Legacy catalog label: Timed Edition; total quantity was not documented in the saved record.
- 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: No per-work artist statement is recorded for this edition. Any thematic reading should be treated as interpretation of the imagery, not a documented statement of the artist's intent. This interpretive note follows the cited artist or publisher context.
Release context: The saved catalog lists 2025 and attributes the edition to HENI Editions.
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 HENI Editions. 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 does the title reference?
Luna Chrysalis evokes moonlight and metamorphosis, themes of transformation.
What series is it from?
The Dreams, where it is the third image, H19-3.
How is it made?
A Diasec-mounted giclée on aluminium composite panel, 88 x 88 cm.
Is it hand-signed?
Yes, numbered and hand-signed by Damien Hirst on the label.
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