Damian Hirst

Damian Hirst is a British contemporary artist known for his provocative works exploring themes of mortality, medicine, and the human condition. He gained fame in the 1990s as part of the Young British Artists movement, often using unusual materials like preserved animals, medicine cabinets, and spot paintings. His most famous piece, "The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living," features a shark preserved in formaldehyde, challenging viewers’ perceptions of life and death. Hirst's work often sparks debate about art, commercialization, and ethics, and he remains one of the most influential and controversial figures in contemporary art.