Still Life With Book
Still Life With Book
Signed Print
David Hockney
£26,000-£40,000Value Indicator
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¥5,130,000-¥7,890,000 Value Indicator
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Medium: Lithograph
Edition size: 88
Year: 1973
Size: H 69cm x W 56cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 2025 | Christie's New York | United States | |||
| October 2023 | Christie's New York | United States | |||
| March 2021 | Sotheby's Online | United Kingdom | |||
| April 2019 | Sotheby's New York | United States | |||
| September 2017 | Christie's London | United Kingdom | |||
| October 2014 | Christie's New York | United States | |||
| April 2014 | Christie's New York | United States |
Meaning & Analysis
A bunch of irises, their flowers perhaps a more inky blue than their usual violet, has been placed in a glass Art Deco vase on a table. Beside it sits a copy of Bouvard et Pécuchet by Gustave Falubert. A man’s face appears on the cover of the book, adding an element of characterization to this still life. It is hard to discern the relationship between the two objects and yet they sit in perfect harmony in this spare composition. A faint line denotes the edge of a table against a wall and some light shading tells us the light is coming from the left. The still life is a subject which Hockney has returned to again and again throughout his extensive career and never seems to tire of. Perhaps it is his fascination with light and optics, perspective and representation, that keeps him coming back to these simple arrangements which evoke delight and serenity in so many viewers. As well as being a student of light and space, Hockney is also a very referential artist and in this way he can be seen to be quoting from many artists who came before him who produced still lifes as well as showing off his literary nous.
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.
