Art: Damien Hirst’s ‘The Weight of Things’ at MUCA

all images: installation views, Damien Hirst: The Weight of Things at the Museum of Urban and Contemporary Art (MUCA), 2023. photographed by Prudence Cuming Associates Ltd. © Damien Hirst and Science Ltd. all rights reserved, DACS/Artimage 2023

From Design Boom:

The Museum of Urban and Contemporary Art (MUCA) presents The Weight of Things, a colorful solo exhibition by artist Damien Hirst, marking his first-ever exhibition in Germany. Running until January 28, 2024, this extensive survey delves into over 40 works spanning Hirst’s career, exploring the intricate connections between science, life, and death. Within The Weight of Things, a diverse collection of installations, sculptures, and paintings, including some previously unseen pieces, takes center stage. Visitors can explore Hirst’s most iconic series, including Natural History with its formaldehyde sculptures, the Spin Paintings, Medicine Cabinets, and Treasures from the Wreck of the Unbelievable. Also on display are the delicate Cherry Blossoms and spot and butterfly paintings.