Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Damien Hirst Print Index
Love Is All You Need
Summary
Produced exclusively for Other Criteria in 2016, 'Love Is All You Need' is a large silkscreen print of Hirst's butterflies suspended on a field of rich gloss paint. Signed and numbered in an edition of 75, it measures a substantial 61 x 60 inches, placing his most romantic motif at monumental scale.
Why It Matters
The butterfly is among Hirst's most recognizable and enduring symbols, standing for the fleeting nature of life and the romance of death. Here the insects appear caught mid-celebration, their color undimmed even in death, distilling the artist's central theme of beauty coexisting with mortality.
Collector Perspective
The near-square, five-foot format gives this print exceptional wall presence, and the edition of 75 sits below his larger screenprint runs. As an Other Criteria exclusive built around Hirst's signature butterfly, it appeals to collectors seeking an iconic, celebratory image rather than his darker pharmaceutical work.
Historical Context
Butterflies run through Hirst's practice from his early gloss and specimen works onward, functioning as what he calls a universal trigger for ideas of life, death, and love. 'Love Is All You Need' continues that lineage in editioned form, framing the motif as an emblem of enduring beauty.
FAQ
How large is this print?
It measures 61 x 60 inches (1545 x 1512 mm), a near-square format at monumental scale.
What is the edition size?
It was signed and numbered in an edition of 75 and produced exclusively for Other Criteria.
What is the imagery?
Hirst's signature butterflies set on glossy paint, presented as though suspended in celebration, symbolizing the fleetingness of life and the romance of death.
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.