{"product_id":"invadhirst-tt2","title":"Invadhirst (TT2)","description":"\u003cp\u003e*APC ART is pleased to present “InvadHirst,” a landmark collaboration between Invader and Damien Hirst.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExecuted in *21-color silkscreen* on *Somerset Satin White 410gsm cotton paper*, this museum-quality print measures *108.7 cm x 86.2 cm (approximately 42.8 x 33.9 inches)* and is part of a carefully produced *edition of 1,194*, published by *HENI in 2025*. The work is *hand signed and dated in pencil by both artists recto* — Hirst at the lower left and Invader at the lower right — and bears a *stamped HENI certificate of authenticity en verso* detailing the specifications of the piece. The work will arrive *framed to true archival standard* in its original box as received directly from the publisher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis historic edition unites two of the most influential figures in contemporary art — artists whose practices have fundamentally reshaped the global art landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamien Hirst emerged as the central architect of the *Young British Artists (YBAs)*, orchestrating a cultural shift that redefined the possibilities of conceptual and contemporary art. From the early exhibitions that galvanized the London scene to his globally recognized bodies of work, Hirst has consistently challenged perceptions of art, mortality, beauty, and value. Milestones such as *“For the Love of God,”* his diamond-encrusted skull, stand as icons of contemporary culture. Through ventures including *Hirst Science*, collaborations with *Paul Stolper*, *Other Criteria*, and later partnerships with *HENI* and *HENI Leviathan*, Hirst revolutionized publishing models and accessibility within the art market. His groundbreaking *“Currency”* project further cemented his legacy, pairing physical works with NFTs in a radical exploration of ownership and belief in the digital era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvader’s trajectory is equally mythic. Beginning anonymously on the streets of Paris, he initiated a global phenomenon through his mosaic installations — strategic “invasions” that transformed urban environments into interactive cultural maps. What started as guerrilla street practice evolved into one of the most respected contemporary careers of our time. Invader’s editions, photographs documenting his installations, and pixel-based compositions are now avidly pursued by collectors worldwide. His imagery has entered the canon of street art alongside the now legendary generation that brought the movement into institutional recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStylistically, both artists possess instantly identifiable visual languages. Hirst’s celebrated *Spot Paintings* reflect precision, repetition, color theory, and the intersection of art with scientific structure. Invader’s pixelated figures, derived from early video game aesthetics, explore technology, nostalgia, and cultural memory. In “InvadHirst,” these two vocabularies merge seamlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewed up close, the composition reveals a grid of vibrantly colored Invader icons — each rendered with immaculate silkscreen precision and chromatic intensity. Yet as the viewer steps back, a perceptual shift occurs: the individual invaders coalesce into a visual rhythm that echoes the optical harmony of Hirst’s iconic spot works. The piece functions simultaneously as digital homage and painterly abstraction — a sophisticated dialogue between order and play, analog and pixel, past and future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe craftsmanship is exceptional. The density of the Somerset paper, the saturation of the pigments, and the flawless registration of the 21-color screen process elevate the work to a true collector-grade object. Hand signatures from *both* artists further distinguish the edition and reinforce its importance within each artist’s printed oeuvre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work stands as an extraordinary convergence of two artistic titans — a print that is both historically resonant and visually commanding. As collaborations of this magnitude become increasingly rare, “InvadHirst” represents an *exceptional investment opportunity*. With both artists firmly embedded in the canon of contemporary art and supported by deep institutional and collector demand, the long-term outlook for works of this caliber remains remarkably strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work will arrive professionally framed to archival standards in its original packaging and is ready for immediate placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an *absolute masterpiece* from two of the world’s most respected and sought-after contemporary artists — an acquisition poised to become the centerpiece of even the most distinguished collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*OFFERED EXCLUSIVELY BY APC ART* \u003cbr\u003e*MIA. ATL. NYC. LA. LONDON. PARIS. TOKYO.*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003clabel class=\"ControlGroup__Title-sc-2587cfb4-1 iJgrdA\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ControlGroup__Description-sc-2587cfb4-2 deluFC\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCertificate of authenticity affixed by HENI en verso. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003clabel class=\"ControlGroup__Title-sc-2587cfb4-1 iJgrdA\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ControlGroup__Description-sc-2587cfb4-2 deluFC\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe work is new in the publisher’s packaging. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Invader, Damien Hirst","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48885912141978,"sku":null,"price":8500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/8917\/2122\/files\/larger_d7077efd-72b0-419f-844a-18e2f03856db.jpg?v=1785515760","url":"https:\/\/apc-art.com\/products\/invadhirst-tt2","provider":"APC Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}