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H9-4 Politeness (Timed Edition)
Work Summary & Collector Notes
H9-4 Politeness is part of Damien Hirst's The Virtues , HENI Editions, 2021. This 120 x 96 cm laminated giclée on aluminium composite panel captures the dense, dabbed blooms of his Cherry Blossom paintings. Released as a timed edition, it is hand signed and numbered on the label, with a recorded edition of 1549, the largest in the series.
Collector notes: Timed Edition; saved release record states an edition size of 1549. The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature against a documented example of this edition.
Why It Matters
Politeness carries the highest recorded count among the eight Virtues, making it the most widely available entry point into Hirst's editioned Cherry Blossoms. Its broader availability suits collectors seeking the series' signature look at the most accessible relative scarcity, without sacrificing the large format or aluminium construction.
Collector Perspective
At a recorded 1549 impressions, Politeness is the least scarce of The Virtues, a fact that typically influences its standing within the set. HENI released it at 3,000 dollars plus VAT. Collectors should still inspect for lamination lifting and panel damage, as condition remains decisive even where availability is higher.
Historical Context
Hirst's Cherry Blossoms debuted in Paris in 2021 as a joyful return to painterly gesture. The Virtues assigns each print a Bushido virtue; Politeness reflects the samurai emphasis on courtesy and respect, framing Hirst's exuberant blossoms within a code of measured social conduct.
Documented Release Details
- Object type
- Editioned print
- Release date
- 2021
- 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 120 x 96 cm; Medium: Laminated Giclée print on aluminium composite panel.
- Edition details
- Timed Edition; saved release record states an edition size of 1549.
- 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: Hirst's Cherry Blossoms debuted in Paris in 2021 as a joyful return to painterly gesture. 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 2021 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
Why is Politeness the most available?
Its recorded edition of 1549 is the largest among the eight Virtues, so more impressions exist.
What is the medium?
Laminated giclée on aluminium composite panel, 120 x 96 cm.
How is it authenticated?
Each impression is hand signed and numbered by Hirst on the label.
What was the release price?
3,000 dollars plus VAT at the HENI Editions release.
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