Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Damien Hirst Print Index
H20-2 Joy (Timed Edition)
Summary
Joy is the second work (H20-2) in Damien Hirst's 2026 H20 series for HENI Editions, printed as a giclee directly on an aluminium composite panel at 120 x 96 cm. Named for a bright, elevated emotion, it continues the series' pattern of matching a single feeling to a large panel-mounted image intended for immediate display.
Why It Matters
Within a titled emotional set, Joy occupies the position that reads as the counterpoint to more restrained feelings elsewhere in the group. Its inclusion demonstrates how Hirst builds meaning through the sequence itself: the individual panel gains resonance from its place in the emotional roster.
Collector Perspective
For collectors, Joy is attractive as a punctuating piece in a multi-panel hang, where its bright register can offset calmer companions. At 120 x 96 cm on aluminium it holds a wall on its own, but many buyers consider it alongside the other named emotions rather than in isolation.
Historical Context
The H20 works arrive within Hirst's established HENI edition practice of grouping multiples under a unifying idea. The 2026 series applies direct-to-panel giclee production to a suite of named emotions, situating Joy in a lineage of conceptually organized Hirst editions.
FAQ
Where does Joy fall in the H20 series?
It is the second work, designated H20-2, in the 2026 emotional series from HENI Editions.
What are its dimensions?
120 x 96 cm, printed as a giclee directly on an aluminium composite panel.
Is it a paper print?
No. It is a direct print on aluminium composite panel, a durable object format rather than a paper edition.
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.