Brenda With Cigarette
Brenda With Cigarette
Signed Print
David Hockney
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Medium: Etching
Edition size: 35
Year: 1998
Size: H 111cm x W 77cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 2024 | Christie's New York | United States |
Meaning & Analysis
Brenda With Cigarette is a 1998 etching by David Hockney on Somerset paper. This portrait, part of a limited edition of 35, depicts Brenda, a recurring subject in Hockney's work, in a moment of contemplation. The piece showcases Hockney's precise etching technique, capturing an intimate, everyday scene with remarkable detail and depth.
This intimate portrait focuses on Brenda, seated and holding a cigarette, rendered with sparing detail, while capturing her vacant expression. Hockney's use of fine lines and subtle shading brings depth to the piece, particularly evident in Brenda's facial features and the shading afforded to her stocking-clad legs.
Created in 1998, this piece reflects Hockney's continued exploration of portraiture during a period when he was experimenting with various printmaking techniques. In Brenda With Cigarette, Hockney demonstrates a more subdued approach compared to his earlier, more colourful works. The etching's monochromatic palette allows for a focus on form and texture, highlighting Hockney's skill in capturing nuanced expressions and gestures.