Shock Art

What is Shock Art?

Shock Art is an art movement that uses disturbing images, scents, or sounds to provoke a strong, often shocked, reaction from viewers. It is often regarded as a form of social commentary, with critics and supporters debating whether its impact is positive or negative. Shock Art frequently employs taboo, obscene, or outrageous elements to challenge societal norms and provoke critical thought.
H14-1 Realisation (from the Secrets)

Damien Hirst

H14-1 Realisation (from the Secrets), 2024

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 7,800

H14-4 Wisdom (from the Secrets)

Damien Hirst

H14-4 Wisdom (from the Secrets), 2024

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 7,800

Skull Spin Painting

Damien Hirst

Skull Spin Painting, 2009

Painting

Acrylic on paper

EUR 11,900

Ciclopirox Olamine

Damien Hirst

Ciclopirox Olamine, 2004

Limited Edition Print

Etching

USD 18,000

The Currency Unique Print H11-46

Damien Hirst

The Currency Unique Print H11-46, 2022

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 5,525

Spin Painting (circle)

Damien Hirst

Spin Painting (circle), 2009

Painting

Mixed Media

USD 14,000 - 17,000

Glass Vase

Weiwei Ai

Glass Vase, 2023

Sculpture / Object

Glass

GBP 4,000 - 7,000

H13-4 Studland Bay (from Where the Land Meets the Sea)

Damien Hirst

H13-4 Studland Bay (from Where the Land Meets the Sea), 2023

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 5,700

H13-3 Kynance Cove (from Where the Land Meets the Sea)

Damien Hirst

H13-3 Kynance Cove (from Where the Land Meets the Sea), 2023

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 5,400

H12-3 (Medium)

Damien Hirst

H12-3 (Medium), 2023

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 6,500

I Love You - Gold Leaf/ Black/ Cool Gold

Damien Hirst

I Love You - Gold Leaf/ Black/ Cool Gold, 2015

Limited Edition Print

Silkscreen

USD 28,500

H4-4 Cannizaro

Damien Hirst

H4-4 Cannizaro, 2018

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

USD 21,300

Star Spin Painting

Damien Hirst

Star Spin Painting, 2009

Painting

Acrylic on paper

USD 5,800

ipad Sketches - Nativity set of 5

Tracey Emin

ipad Sketches - Nativity set of 5, 2013

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 2,700

Tatoo

Tracey Emin

Tatoo, 2001

Limited Edition Print

Offset Print

GBP 4,700

Artist's Hand

Weiwei Ai

Artist's Hand, 2017

Sculpture / Object

Resin

GBP 6,900

Airbrush

An airbrush is a device that sprays various media, including paint and ink, using compressed air. Artists use airbrushes to create a smooth, even application of color, often achieving effects that are not possible with traditional brushes. James Rosenquist, an American Pop artist, regularly used an airbrush in his work. Before gaining fame with pieces like the iconic F-111 (1965), he worked as a commercial and industrial painter, where he honed his airbrush skills.

Orphism

Orphism is an abstract style of painting influenced by Cubism, developed by Sonia and Robert Delaunay. The term was coined around 1912 by French poet Guillaume Apollinaire to differentiate the Delaunays' work from Cubism, emphasizing their focus on vibrant color and light. The name Orphism is inspired by the Greek musician Orpheus, symbolizing the movement's lyrical and harmonious qualities.

Computer printing

Computer printing involves using computer technology to reproduce fine art images as prints. In its basic form, this means creating digital versions of artwork that are printed onto paper. More advanced techniques allow artists to program computers to generate original art, which is then printed using various printing technologies.

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