Dr Drip - The Heart Has Its Reasons - D.D. n° 575
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Dr Drip, The Heart Has Its Reasons - D.D. n° 575, a 95 × 95 cm original acrylic painting from 2025, hand signed, in excellent condition, produced in the Netherlands, the first exemplar of the heart series with 116 spots, shipped in a rigid tube without a frame.
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ABOUT THE ARTWORK
The heart is one of the most widespread symbols of our time. It circulates endlessly through social networks, is reproduced with hands, emojis, and gestures, and functions as a universal sign of approval, affection, or presence—often without requiring much reflection.
In this work, Dr Drip introduces the heart shape into his classic series based on the logic of the spot painting. This well-known body of work reinterprets Damien Hirst’s iconic spots through Dr Drip’s distinctive drips, here reduced to a single one. The grid of colored circles follows its orderly logic until one drip interrupts the system and quietly undermines its order.
This first exemplar of the heart series is composed of 116 individual spots. Future works using the same heart shape will be composed of 115, making this version structurally unique.
For any curiosity or specific questions, you can always reach out to Kapitolina via the Instagram profile @dr_drip_art.
A FEW WORDS ABOUT BUYING ART
When you buy a piece of art, you're investing in hundreds of hours of experimentation, joy, and frustration. You're supporting an individual artist who has been overlooked by the mainstream market.
Buying art on this platform is a revolutionary act. It directly supports the underground scene and helps sustain creative work that might otherwise go unnoticed. Please support any artist on this platform with joy; generosity is circular, and we all benefit from it.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Formerly a graffiti and street artist, Dr. Drip seamlessly integrates his ‘street knowledge’ into these elegant and stylish creations.
Dr. Drip, an alter ego used to conceal the artist’s true identity, exclusively presents this series on this platform, ensuring that these works cannot be found elsewhere.
Follow Dr. Drip on Instagram @dr_drip_art for exclusive content!
ABOUT THE SHIPPING
The painting is securely shipped in a rigid tube (frame not included) and comes with a signed letter from Dr Drip, providing a personal connection to the artist’s vision.
Great care is taken in the packaging, using high-quality materials. Shipping is always insured, reflecting a slightly higher cost than average, but one that ensures reliability and safety.
Combined Shipping Policy
Works on canvas and works on paper are shipped using different packaging and cannot be combined in one shipment.
However, if you purchase multiple works of the same type (either all canvases or all works on paper), I will reimburse any extra shipping costs charged by Catawiki.
Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Seller's Story
Born in Rome in 1987 to a family of Croatian roots, Kapitolina Volkova is currently based in the Netherlands. She studied Art History at Sapienza University of Rome and moved to Amsterdam in 2012, where she attended the Amsterdam University of the Arts.
Over the years, she has contributed to various international publications and media outlets, collaborated with artists on monographs, books, and catalogues, and curated several gallery exhibitions.
Kapitolina now works as an agent and promoter for a small group of contemporary artists. She currently represents a few artists, including Dr Drip and Steve Manfredi, whose works are regularly featured on Catawiki. Kapitolina ensures smooth communication, professional handling, and secure shipping. Buyers can expect timely updates and full transparency throughout the process.
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
The heart is one of the most widespread symbols of our time. It circulates endlessly through social networks, is reproduced with hands, emojis, and gestures, and functions as a universal sign of approval, affection, or presence—often without requiring much reflection.
In this work, Dr Drip introduces the heart shape into his classic series based on the logic of the spot painting. This well-known body of work reinterprets Damien Hirst’s iconic spots through Dr Drip’s distinctive drips, here reduced to a single one. The grid of colored circles follows its orderly logic until one drip interrupts the system and quietly undermines its order.
This first exemplar of the heart series is composed of 116 individual spots. Future works using the same heart shape will be composed of 115, making this version structurally unique.
For any curiosity or specific questions, you can always reach out to Kapitolina via the Instagram profile @dr_drip_art.
A FEW WORDS ABOUT BUYING ART
When you buy a piece of art, you're investing in hundreds of hours of experimentation, joy, and frustration. You're supporting an individual artist who has been overlooked by the mainstream market.
Buying art on this platform is a revolutionary act. It directly supports the underground scene and helps sustain creative work that might otherwise go unnoticed. Please support any artist on this platform with joy; generosity is circular, and we all benefit from it.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Formerly a graffiti and street artist, Dr. Drip seamlessly integrates his ‘street knowledge’ into these elegant and stylish creations.
Dr. Drip, an alter ego used to conceal the artist’s true identity, exclusively presents this series on this platform, ensuring that these works cannot be found elsewhere.
Follow Dr. Drip on Instagram @dr_drip_art for exclusive content!
ABOUT THE SHIPPING
The painting is securely shipped in a rigid tube (frame not included) and comes with a signed letter from Dr Drip, providing a personal connection to the artist’s vision.
Great care is taken in the packaging, using high-quality materials. Shipping is always insured, reflecting a slightly higher cost than average, but one that ensures reliability and safety.
Combined Shipping Policy
Works on canvas and works on paper are shipped using different packaging and cannot be combined in one shipment.
However, if you purchase multiple works of the same type (either all canvases or all works on paper), I will reimburse any extra shipping costs charged by Catawiki.
Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Seller's Story
Born in Rome in 1987 to a family of Croatian roots, Kapitolina Volkova is currently based in the Netherlands. She studied Art History at Sapienza University of Rome and moved to Amsterdam in 2012, where she attended the Amsterdam University of the Arts.
Over the years, she has contributed to various international publications and media outlets, collaborated with artists on monographs, books, and catalogues, and curated several gallery exhibitions.
Kapitolina now works as an agent and promoter for a small group of contemporary artists. She currently represents a few artists, including Dr Drip and Steve Manfredi, whose works are regularly featured on Catawiki. Kapitolina ensures smooth communication, professional handling, and secure shipping. Buyers can expect timely updates and full transparency throughout the process.
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Artist
Dr Drip
Sold with frame
No
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
The Heart Has Its Reasons - D.D. n° 575
Technique
Acrylic painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Year
2025
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
95 cm
Width
95 cm
Style
Minimalism
Period
2020+
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