Sheep, shark, sausages and beef in latest Damien Hirst work

Art lovers who missed his 50 million-pound diamond-encrusted skull or his pickled displays of animal corpses can see a new work by Damien Hirst.

The installation by the former BritArt bad boy, who is known for his provocative and disturbing works centring on the theme of death, will include 29 preserved sheep, a shark, two large sides of beef, sausages and a pair of doves.



Called "School: The Archaeology of Lost Desires, Comprehending Infinity, and the Search for Knowledge", the installation will occupy almost the whole of the lobby of the Lever House on Park Avenue in Manhattan.

It was commissioned by Aby Rosen, the owner of the landmark building. It will be on display and illuminated 24 hours a day until February 2008.

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