As if British artist Damien Hirst wasn't making enough money selling his bizarre sculptures to the likes of George Michael--who is reported to have paid £50 million for a diamond-studded skull created by Hirst--now the artist has joined forces with Levi's Jeans to create a limited-edition collection of tee shirts and jeans featuring his artwork.
According to Hirst, he always worn Levi's and, following the success of the collection that designer Adrian Nyman produced using Warhol's art, Hirst jumped at the chance to be a part of a similar project when Adrian contacted him.
Art-Inspired Denim
Damien Hirst Designs for Levi's
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