A romp through a whimsical selection of Hirst's multimedia works, from his pipe-cleaner animals to his oversize color charts
This playful new publication celebrates Sunshine (Complex Relationships Explained Simply), the exhibition by British artist Damien Hirst (born 1965) that ran at Claridge's ArtSpace from October to December 2021. Sunshine unites a group of Hirst's works shown collectively for the first time. The book features high-resolution images of every work included in the exhibition, from Hirst's iconic pipe-cleaner animals, designed to evoke a childlike sense of wonder, to his bold, oversize color charts, born from his long-standing fascination with color systems. Perfect for seasoned collectors and newcomers alike, the publication offers a joyful entry point into a collection that, filled with whimsical forms and vibrant colors, disarms the often-analytical gaze of the art world and encourages viewers to reconnect with the simple pleasure of looking.
STATUS: Forthcoming | 3/31/2026
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A romp through a whimsical selection of Hirst's multimedia works, from his pipe-cleaner animals to his oversize color charts
This playful new publication celebrates Sunshine (Complex Relationships Explained Simply), the exhibition by British artist Damien Hirst (born 1965) that ran at Claridge's ArtSpace from October to December 2021. Sunshine unites a group of Hirst's works shown collectively for the first time. The book features high-resolution images of every work included in the exhibition, from Hirst's iconic pipe-cleaner animals, designed to evoke a childlike sense of wonder, to his bold, oversize color charts, born from his long-standing fascination with color systems. Perfect for seasoned collectors and newcomers alike, the publication offers a joyful entry point into a collection that, filled with whimsical forms and vibrant colors, disarms the often-analytical gaze of the art world and encourages viewers to reconnect with the simple pleasure of looking.
