
Damien Hirst
For the Love of God (Laugh), 2007
Silkscreen with diamond dust on black wove paper
39 3/8 x 29 1/2 in
100.1 x 74.9 cm
100.1 x 74.9 cm
Edition of 250
Damien Hirst’s For the Love of God (Laugh) is a provocative variation of his famous diamond-encrusted skull series. This artwork features a skull adorned with dazzling crystals, combining themes of...
Damien Hirst’s For the Love of God (Laugh) is a provocative variation of his famous diamond-encrusted skull series. This artwork features a skull adorned with dazzling crystals, combining themes of mortality, luxury, and irony. The addition of “Laugh” underscores a playful yet dark commentary on life, death, and the commercialization of art. Through this piece, Hirst challenges viewers to confront the fleeting nature of existence while engaging with the spectacle of contemporary culture. For the Love of God (Laugh) remains a bold statement on vanity, mortality, and the power of art to provoke reflection.