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77 x 56cm, Edition of 85, Lithograph
Medium: Lithograph
Edition size: 85
Year: 1965
Size: H 77cm x W 56cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
Last Auction: November 2023
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Picture Of Portrait In Silver Frame brings together two major themes in Hockney’s oeuvre. The 1965 lithograph is part of one of the first series the artist embarked upon after moving to LA the year before. Here we see him experimenting with a new medium, which allowed him to bring in more elements of his painting than etching had previously afforded him, and to play with surface and depth to produce this trompe l’oeil technique of a fictional frame around a portrait. Embellished with scrolling woodwork and a dentil edge the frame appears to bridge the gap between image and viewer adding distance to the portrait, despite the two elements being on the same plane. The portrait itself is classic of Hockney’s early style and recalls series such as A Rake’s Progress. The sitter is shown with blotches of ink denoting the shadows of his face, and he is wearing a striped suit that takes us back to much of the work Hockney made while still in England, suggesting he made this piece before he had fully settled into his more relaxed LA style which culminated in much looser portraits of his friends and lovers.
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.