Damien Hirst Reflects on Beauty & Mortality in "Mandalas" Exhibition

After a long hiatus, Damien Hirst has launched his first major exhibition in London for seven years. The most-recognized British artist brings back his signature butterfly motifs in new dynamic paintings that are displayed throughout White Cube Mason's Yard. Titled "Mandalas," the body of work draw inspiration from elaborate religious iconography with Hirst gleaning inspiration from Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and Shinto traditions. On view are a number of tondo paintings that feature intricate butte...