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.
Plaza

Damien Hirst

Plaza, 2018

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 11,000

The Empresses (H10-5 Taytu Betul)

Damien Hirst

The Empresses (H10-5 Taytu Betul), 2022

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

GBP 4,250

The Empresses (H10-4 Suiko)

Damien Hirst

The Empresses (H10-4 Suiko), 2022

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

GBP 4,250

The Empresses (H10-3 Theodora)

Damien Hirst

The Empresses (H10-3 Theodora), 2022

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

GBP 4,250

The Empresses (H10-2 Nur Jahan)

Damien Hirst

The Empresses (H10-2 Nur Jahan), 2022

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

GBP 2,340

The Empresses (H10-1 Wu Zetian)

Damien Hirst

The Empresses (H10-1 Wu Zetian), 2022

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

GBP 4,250

The Virtues (H9-5 Honesty)

Damien Hirst

The Virtues (H9-5 Honesty), 2021

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

GBP 17,500

I still got it (The currency - 1399)

Damien Hirst

I still got it (The currency - 1399), 2021

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

GBP 9,500

Any chance I can get (The currency - 9231)

Damien Hirst

Any chance I can get (The currency - 9231), 2021

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

GBP 9,500

An incongruous destiny (The currency - 7491)

Damien Hirst

An incongruous destiny (The currency - 7491), 2021

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

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Claridges

Damien Hirst

Claridges, 2018

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 17,200

Piccolinic Acid

Damien Hirst

Piccolinic Acid, 2011

Limited Edition Print

Woodcut

GBP 12,700

Carbonyl Iron

Damien Hirst

Carbonyl Iron, 2011

Limited Edition Print

Woodcut

GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Colour Chart H-2

Damien Hirst

Colour Chart H-2 , 2017

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 12,700

Untitle from Erotos

Nobuyoshi Araki

Untitle from Erotos, 1993

Photography

Gelatin Silver Print

USD 7,000

Curled Up

Tracey Emin

Curled Up, 2022

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 8,400

Conversation piece

An object with distinctive or unusual qualities that naturally draws attention and prompts discussion among people.

Multimedia

Multimedia refers to an art technique that combines multiple forms of media, such as visual, audio, and digital elements, into a single composition. This is different from mixed media, which involves combining various traditional art materials within one artwork. Multimedia art often integrates technology, like video, sound, or interactive components, allowing artists to create dynamic and immersive experiences. Artists may develop new personal techniques by blending these diverse media, contributing to their unique artistic style.

Figuration Libre

Figuration Libre is an art movement that is equivalent to the French Bad Painting and Neo-Expressionism in Europe and America. The term was coined by Ben Vautier and the Fluxus movement. In 1981, Robert Combas, François Boisrond, Hervé Di Rosa, and Rémi Blanchard formed the Figuration Libre group. The term can be interpreted as free style art, emphasizing spontaneity, freedom, and a rejection of traditional artistic conventions.

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