Damien Hirst

Deadman’s Cove, named after a rocky pebble beach in Cornwall, transports the viewer to the stormy coast of England, lapped by the crystal-clear Atlantic. Behind the abstract paintings lies the dynamic process of action painting, which charges each of the works with pure ecstasy: Hirst was inspired by random splashes of color that jumped onto the surrounding canvases during the creation of his celebrated "Cherry Blossoms" series. The fluorescent colors against a gray background marked the beginning of a spectacular series of works capturing the contrast of bubbling joyfulness on the misty coast of England.

Hirst masters the art of capturing a dazzling spectrum that ranges from dynamic abstraction to precise photorealism. Blizzard, a masterful portrayal of the stormy sea, not only faithfully depicts the raging waves of the Atlantic Ocean but also allows the viewer to experience the immense temperament of the Atlantic up close: In striking black and white tones, he merges wildly dancing splashes of color and the finest, meticulous brushstrokes to capture the overwhelming impressions of the British coast that shaped the childhood of the iconic artist.

The eponymous beach, Kynance Cove is part of the glittering Lizard Peninsula at the southernmost tip of England. It epitomizes emerald waves crashing against grass-green cliffs onto fine sandy beaches. Damien Hirst captures the magic of this extraordinary cove in the form of luminous bursts of color with an irresistible allure. The vibrant color composition not only reflects the sparkling creativity of the art icon but also the captivating essence of the English coast – characterized by dancing waves, unforgettable vistas of endless expanses, and overwhelming sensations of vitality and freedom.

Striking black-and-white tones capture the raw power of the tumultuous sea off the English coast in winter, reflecting the gray blanket of clouds over the sublime cliffs. Traces from Damien Hirst's past flash between delicate brushwork and lively black-and-white splashes, transforming powerful childhood impressions into expressive scenes of crashing waves. Immersive works of such realistic expression emerge that they make the viewer feel the biting coastal wind on their cheeks - and a hint of saltwater on their lips.

Flanked by towering chalk cliffs, the famous White Cliffs of Dover, lies Kingsdown Beach, dem Namensgeber der dynamischen Farbkomposition. One of the secrets behind the series' room-filling presence is the sparks of passion flowing through each individual work. In Kingsdown Beach, the virtuoso fusion of fluorescent splashes of color culminates: The symphony of colors overwhelms the gray background of the canvas, leaving only a hint of the cloud veil over the Atlantic - a colorful portrayal of the diversity of the British coastal landscape.