Crypto Meets Canvas
In an exciting twist in the art world, British artist Damien Hirst is breaking boundaries by accepting cryptocurrency for his new print run. Teaming up with printmaker HENI Leviathan, Hirst is diving into the digital currency pool, allowing art enthusiasts to purchase limited edition prints with Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH). Yes, you read that right – gone are the days of cash or credit cards for fine art purchases!
The Details of the Drop
Starting today and running until March 3, collectors can snag one of Hirst’s eight prints for $3,000 — or the crypto equivalent of approximately 0.058 BTC or 1.8 ETH at current prices. Each print comes signed by the artist himself, adding a personal touch that collectors love. Talk about investing in art!
Hirst’s Faith in Digital Currency
Speaking on this bold move, Hirst stated, “It’s hard for any of us to trust anything in this life but somehow we manage it and we even find love…and I love the crypto world.” Clearly, Hirst is as much a romantic about cryptocurrencies as he is about art. It’s a testament to his belief in both the power of art and the evolving digital landscape.
The Inspirations Behind the Art
The prints are tied to the Eight Virtues of Bushido: Justice, Courage, Mercy, Politeness, Honesty, Honour, Loyalty, Control. Hirst has been chronicling the creation of these pieces on social media, and he commented on their themes of beauty, life, and death. “They’re about desire and how we process love and why we need it,” he elaborated, while hinting at the fleeting nature of beauty. Who knew a print of a tree could get so deep?
A Growing Trend in the Art World
Hirst and HENI Leviathan are not alone in this venture – the world of fine art is slowly but surely warming up to cryptocurrencies. Just recently, the prestigious auction house Christie’s announced they would auction an NFT from the digital artist Beeple, openly accepting bids in Ether. Looks like the art world is taking a digital turn! Maybe one day, payments in crypto will be the norm rather than the exception.
