Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Damien Hirst Print Index
Psalm: Beatus Qui Intelligit (Non-Glitter)
Summary
Psalm: Beatus Qui Intelligit (2015) is a silkscreen with glaze, published by Other Criteria in an edition of 25 at 18 x 18 inches. From Hirst's Psalm series, it forms a symmetrical kaleidoscope of butterfly wings beneath a glazed finish, its Latin title drawn from the Psalms. Signed and numbered.
Why It Matters
Beatus Qui Intelligit ('Blessed is he who understands') places knowledge and insight at the center of the image, a fitting frame for Hirst's meditation on beauty and death. The butterfly kaleidoscope, historically tied to the soul, becomes a devotional emblem under the psalm's heading.
Collector Perspective
An edition of 25 keeps this among Hirst's more limited butterfly prints. The non-glitter glazed version suits collectors who favor a restrained surface, and the square format anchors a Psalm grouping. Edition scarcity and series completeness are the primary collector drivers.
Historical Context
The Kaleidoscope paintings began in 2001, inspired by a found Victorian tea tray and stained-glass symmetry; Hirst's butterfly work dates to 1989. The Psalm prints, issued via Other Criteria, translate this decorative-spiritual idiom into a scriptural print series.
FAQ
What does Beatus Qui Intelligit mean?
It is Latin from the Psalms, roughly 'Blessed is he who understands.'
What medium is it?
A silkscreen print with glaze, published by Other Criteria.
How many impressions exist?
The non-glitter edition numbers 25, each signed and numbered.
What imagery does it use?
A symmetrical butterfly-wing kaleidoscope, central to Hirst's Kaleidoscope series.
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.