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Norcamphor
Work Summary & Collector Notes
Norcamphor is a 2012 woodblock print on paper, issued in an edition of 55, signed and numbered. Published by Other Criteria, it has a print size of 612 x 612mm and a framed size of 656 x 656mm. Its chemical-compound title places it within Hirst's spot naming tradition.
Collector notes: The saved release record describes: Edition of 55. The saved release record describes: signed; numbered. Verify each feature against a documented example of this edition.
Why It Matters
The near-square 612mm format makes Norcamphor a substantial single-image woodblock statement. Published through Other Criteria and hand-signed in an edition of 55, it represents the more formal, gallery-scaled end of Hirst's woodcut spot output, distinct from the smaller Paragon Press sheets.
Collector Perspective
The Other Criteria publishing line and pencil signature are the primary authentication anchors here. At 612 x 612mm the print occupies real wall space, and the framed dimensions suggest it is often displayed as issued. Collectors should confirm the edition number and inspect the woodblock impression for even inking.
Historical Context
Other Criteria, co-founded by Hirst in 2005, produced many of his editions in-house. Norcamphor reflects the company's role in issuing well-produced, signed woodblock prints that carry the chemical-name spot logic into a larger, more formally framed presentation.
Documented Release Details
- Object type
- Editioned print or object
- Release date
- 2012
- Release-date note
- Catalog-listed release year from the saved secondary record; primary release-page confirmation remains pending.
- Medium and materials
- Woodcut; catalog dimensions 61.2 x 61.2 cm; Wood block print on paper.
- Edition details
- The saved release record describes: Edition of 55.
- 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: Other Criteria, co-founded by Hirst in 2005, produced many of his editions in-house. 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 2012 and attributes the edition to Other Criteria.
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 Other Criteria. 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 is the medium?
A woodblock print on paper, signed and numbered in an edition of 55.
What are the dimensions?
The print measures 612 x 612mm, with a framed size of 656 x 656mm.
Who published it?
Other Criteria, Hirst's own publishing house, in 2012.
Is the title meaningful?
Norcamphor is a chemical compound, following Hirst's spot-series naming convention.
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