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119 x 79cm, Edition of 46, Lithograph
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This 1973 lithograph shows a much more imposing version of Celia Birtwell than we are used to seeing in Hockney’s oeuvre. The designer and muse faces us head on, her head slightly lowered, her eyes looking up at us from underneath her lashes and thick fringe. She is almost unrecognisable as the Celia from 1969. As always in Hockney's portraits of Birtwell her dress steals the show; the artist has paid particular attention to the textile’s pattern and the cut of the garment. Dainty black pumps with an ankle strap draw the eye up to the full skirt, the empire line waist, the deep v neck – filled with a dark roll neck jumper – and the floaty sleeves that are a classic of ’70s style. She sits in a modernist wicker and metal chair that adds an extra element of glamour to the work, which, titled Celia, 8365 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, already feels like a huge jump from the more casual depictions of Birtwell. Here we find Hockney using lithography to create areas of grey shading, foregoing the linear style of his etchings to bring a softness to his model’s features and clothes.
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.