Two Red Chairs And Table
Two Red Chairs And Table
Signed Print
David Hockney
£12,500-£19,000Value Indicator
$26,000-$40,000 Value Indicator
$23,000-$35,000 Value Indicator
¥120,000-¥190,000 Value Indicator
€14,500-€22,000 Value Indicator
$130,000-$200,000 Value Indicator
¥2,390,000-¥3,630,000 Value Indicator
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Medium: Digital Print
Edition size: 31
Year: 1986
Size: H 21cm x W 28cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2023 | Christie's New York | United States | |||
| February 2022 | Christie's Amsterdam | Netherlands | |||
| November 2021 | Bonhams New York | United States | |||
| December 2018 | Phillips London | United Kingdom | |||
| July 2018 | Sotheby's New York | United States | |||
| November 2015 | Bonhams New Bond Street | United Kingdom | |||
| July 2014 | Christie's New York | United States |
Meaning & Analysis
In this scene Hockney uses just three colours to evoke a sense of heat, exoticism and relaxation. We are presented with a view of a terrace or veranda upon which sits two chairs and a table. Drawn somewhat awkwardly, with a skewed sense of perspective, they become almost anthropomorphised under our gaze, taking on personalities that only add to the serenity of the setting. While many of the works from the Home Made Prints series emphasise the mechanical means with which they are produced – as with grainy sections of colour and texture or the inclusion of found objects photocopied into the background – Two Red Chairs And Table is one of the more painterly pieces in the portfolio. A range of marks is used to pick out various details of the wooden decking and the lush foliage that creeps into the scene but the artist’s hand is visible in them all. Here we see Hockney playing with the newfound freedom offered to him by this machine which reproduces images at the touch of a button. Whereas before he had to rely on an assistant to help him prepare etching plates and lithography stones, with the photocopier he simply had to draw something, scan it in, play with the colour and the scale and keep adding layers until his composite image was complete.
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.
