Contrejour In The French Style
Contrejour In The French Style
Signed Print
David Hockney
£40,000-£60,000
$80,000-$120,000 Value Indicator
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¥370,000-¥560,000 Value Indicator
€50,000-€70,000 Value Indicator
$400,000-$590,000 Value Indicator
¥7,650,000-¥11,470,000 Value Indicator
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Medium: Intaglio
Edition size: 75
Year: 1974
Size: H 74cm x W 74cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 2024 | Christie's London | United Kingdom | |||
| September 2022 | Christie's London | United Kingdom | |||
| June 2022 | Christie's London | United Kingdom | |||
| April 2022 | Sotheby's New York | United States | |||
| September 2021 | Christie's London | United Kingdom | |||
| June 2021 | Cornette de Saint Cyr Paris | France | |||
| April 2021 | Christie's London | United Kingdom |
Meaning & Analysis
Contrejour In The French Style is a 1974 etching and aquatint by David Hockney. This print depicts a serene interior scene, focusing on a sunlit window framed by patterned walls. Created on Inveresk mould-made paper in an edition of 75, the work is part of Hockney's series of interior studies that marked a significant phase in his printmaking career, showcasing his versatility across various media and his keen interest in the interplay of light and space.
In Contrejour In The French Style, Hockney masterfully captures the interplay of light and shadow through etching and aquatint techniques. The composition features a window with sunlight streaming through, casting a warm glow on the room's interior. Hockney's meticulous detailing of the patterned walls and parquet flooring demonstrates his precision and attention to texture. This work continues his exploration of domestic spaces and their interaction with natural light, a theme he began developing in the late 1960s. The use of soft green and yellow colours and delicate lines creates a tranquil atmosphere, inviting contemplation of everyday moments. The piece is notable for its technical execution, combining etching with aquatint to achieve rich tonal depth.