Sam Francis

Untitled, 1984

106.7 X 73 inch

What is 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.

Weiwei Ai

Year of the Ox, 2021

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

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Damien Hirst

Untitled - spot print B, 2025

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

GBP 10,000 - 15,000

Damien Hirst

Dreams / H19-3 - Luna Chrysalis, 2025

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 8,000 - 12,000

Damien Hirst

Dreams / H19-2 - Angelic Seraph, 2025

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 8,000 - 12,000

Damien Hirst

Meprobamate, 2011

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

GBP 10,000 - 13,000

Damien Hirst

Exmouth Esplanade, 2023

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 6,500 - 9,000

Damien Hirst

H4-6 Kew, 2020

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 11,000 - 15,000

Damien Hirst

The Souls I (Grafix Gold, Topaz, Chilli Red), 2010

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

GBP 9,950

Tracey Emin

Little Owl (Self Portrait), 2005

Limited Edition Print

Etching

GBP 7,800

Tracey Emin

Me Me, 2014

Sculpture / Object

Plaster

GBP 4,200

Damien Hirst

H13-10 Blizzard, 2023

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 10,700

Damien Hirst

Untitled (Spin circle), 2009

Painting

Acrylic on paper

GBP 15,000 - 20,000

Damien Hirst

Untitled (spin star), 2009

Painting

Acrylic on paper

GBP 15,000 - 20,000

Damien Hirst

Untitled (spin butterfly), 2009

Painting

Acrylic on paper

GBP 15,000 - 20,000

Tracey Emin

Choose Love, 2024

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

GBP 9,600

Damien Hirst

Untitled B (Spot Drawing), 2025

Limited Edition Print

Pigment print

GBP 8,500 - 12,000

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Object

An object in art refers to any tangible thing that exists and can be depicted in a work of art. Sometimes, the object becomes the focal point of a painting, drawing, or sculpture, meaning it is the most important element in the composition. An object can be anything that can be seen or touched, and it is often used to convey meaning or emphasize certain aspects of the artwork.

Chalk

Chalk is a natural mineral, primarily composed of calcium carbonate. In art, chalk refers to sticks used for drawing, made from a mixture of chalk, colored pigments, and gum Arabic. These sticks are usually shaped into four flat sides for easier handling.

Metal

Metal has been traditionally used in art for creating sculptures, jewelry, masks, adornments, tools, and weapons, often featuring decorative elements. Common types of metal used include bronze, brass, cast iron, gray iron, copper, gold, tin, wrought iron, and silver.

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