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Sun State I - Signed Print by David Hockney 1973 - MyArtBroker

Sun State I
Signed Print

David Hockney

£40,000-£60,000Value Indicator

$80,000-$120,000 Value Indicator

$70,000-$110,000 Value Indicator

¥390,000-¥580,000 Value Indicator

45,000-70,000 Value Indicator

$430,000-$640,000 Value Indicator

¥7,950,000-¥11,930,000 Value Indicator

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91 x 76cm, Edition of 8, Planographic print

Medium: Planographic print
Edition size: 8
Year: 1973
Size: H 91cm x W 76cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
Last Auction: March 2020
Value Trend:
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Auction Results

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Auction House
Location
Return to Seller
Hammer Price
Buyer Paid
March 2020
Christie's New York
United States
$45,000
$60,000
$70,000
April 2011
Christie's New York
United States
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The value of David Hockney’s Sun State I (signed) is estimated to be worth between £40,000 to £60,000. This planographic print was created in 1973 and has an auction history of two sales since its entry to the market on 26th April 2011. There have been no sales in the last 12 months or the last five years. The edition size of this artwork is limited to 8.

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Meaning & Analysis

Sun State I showcases Hockney's adept use of colour and line to capture the interplay of light and shadow. The lithograph and screenprint medium allows for a rich, textured finish, enhancing the vividness of the blue shutters and the bright yellow sunlight. The potted plant, central to the composition, is rendered with precise detail, its leaves reflecting the sunlight's intensity. Hockney's technique of layering colours and lines creates a sense of depth and movement within the two-dimensional space.

This work is part of Hockney's Weather Series, which explores themes of light and atmospheric conditions. Sun State I is notable for its bold use of colour, particularly the pronounced visual contrast between the deep blue shutters and the vibrant yellow sunlight, emphasising the intensity of the Californian light that so captivated Hockney. The artwork not only captures a specific moment but also invites viewers to consider how sunlight transforms ordinary objects, elevating a simple potted plant into a study of light, shadow, and form.

  • British-born artist David Hockney is a kaleidoscopic force in the art world. Born in 1937, Hockney's vibrant palette and innovative techniques have left an indelible mark on contemporary art. A pioneer of the British Pop Art movement in the 1960s, he seamlessly transitioned through various styles, from photo collages to vivid landscapes. Renowned for his exploration of light and space, Hockney's versatility extends to painting, printmaking, photography, and stage design. A captivating storyteller, his works often capture the essence of modern life with a playful yet profound touch. With a career spanning decades, Hockney remains an enduring visionary in the ever-evolving art world.

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