Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Damien Hirst Print Index
Savoy (H5-8)
Summary
Savoy (H5-8), 2018, is a Diasec-mounted Giclée print on aluminium panel, 90 x 90 cm, in a limited edition of 100, signed and numbered on the reverse. It is the eighth entry in Hirst's H5 suite of hotel-named editions.
Why It Matters
As H5-8, Savoy closes out the visible run of the hotel-named series, giving completists a defined endpoint to pursue. Named for the celebrated London hotel, it shares the square format, aluminium mounting, and reverse-signed edition of 100 that unify the entire H5 group.
Collector Perspective
Being the final numbered entry, Savoy can carry added appeal for collectors who prize a complete, bookended set. Availability tracks the edition of 100. Verify the reverse signature and numbering and the H5-8 reference, and inspect the Diasec acrylic surface and aluminium edges for condition.
Historical Context
Part of the 2018 H5 release, Savoy continues Hirst's model of themed Giclée suites issued as archival aluminium-mounted objects. The hotel-naming device gives the series a luxurious, place-based identity while each work remains individually catalog-referenced for editioned collectors.
FAQ
What is Savoy named after?
A landmark hotel, following the H5 series naming convention.
What is its catalog number?
H5-8, the eighth and final visible entry in the H5 suite.
What are the medium and size?
A Diasec-mounted Giclée print on aluminium panel, 90 x 90 cm.
How many were produced?
A limited edition of 100, signed and numbered on the reverse.
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.