The World's Largest Modern & Contemporary Prints & Editions Platform
Lemons And Oranges - Signed Print by David Hockney 1986 - MyArtBroker

Lemons And Oranges
Signed Print

David Hockney

Price data unavailable

There aren't enough data points on this work for a comprehensive result. Please speak to a specialist by making an enquiry.

22 x 36cm, Edition of 50, Screenprint

Medium: Screenprint

Edition size: 50

Year: 1986

Size: H 22cm x W 36cm

Signed: Yes

Format: Signed Print

Last Auction: October 2022

Find out how Buying or Selling works.

Auction Results

Auction Date
Auction House
Location
Return to Seller
Hammer Price
Buyer Paid
October 2022
Sotheby's New York
United States
$6,000
$7,000
$9,000
January 2022
Phillips London
United Kingdom
June 2021
Phillips London
United Kingdom
December 2020
Sotheby's New York
United States
July 2013
Christie's New York
United States
July 2012
Christie's New York
United States
December 1998
Christie's London
United Kingdom
MyPortfolio
Auction Table Image
Unlock access to our full history of auction results
400+International auction houses tracked
30+Years of auction data
We are passionate about selling art, not data. We will never share or sell your information without your permission.

Track auction value trend

The value of David Hockney’s Lemons And Oranges (signed) is estimated to be worth between £4,650 and £7,000. There have been seven sales at auction since its initial sale on 8th December 1998. Over the past five years, the hammer price has ranged from £3,333 in December 2020 to £13,000 in June 2021. This screenprint has shown consistent value growth, with an average annual growth rate of 6%. The edition size of this artwork is limited to 50.

Created with Highcharts 11.4.8Dec 1998Dec 2002Nov 2006Nov 2010Nov 2014Oct 2018Oct 2022$5,000$5,500$6,000$6,500$7,000$7,500$8,000$8,500$9,000$9,500© MyArtBroker

Meaning & Analysis

Lemons And Oranges showcases David Hockney's innovative approach to printmaking. Hockney utilised an office copy machine - a device typically reserved for document reproduction - to create an image of fruit. The composition features a bowl containing lemons and oranges rendered in bold red, black, and white hues, with a textured background that adds nuance to the image.

This home-made print, a term Hockney coined for works created using everyday technology, reflects the artist's continuous experimentation with new media. The process involved manipulating the copier's settings and layering multiple passes to achieve the desired effect, resulting in a blend of photographic and hand-drawn qualities. Hockney's meticulous execution is characteristic of his style, seamlessly blending simplicity with complexity. The stark contrast and flattened perspective echo his earlier Pop Art influences, while the subject matter harks back to traditional painting of everyday objects, creating an intriguing dialogue between past and present.

  • 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.

More from Home Made Prints

More from David Hockney