The Cook
The Cook
Signed Print
David Hockney
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Medium: Etching
Edition size: 100
Year: 1969
Size: H 31cm x W 32cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 2021 | Alex Cooper Auctioneers | United States | |||
| November 2018 | Swann Galleries | United States | |||
| May 2018 | Sworders | United Kingdom | |||
| May 2012 | Bonhams Knightsbridge | United Kingdom | |||
| May 2011 | Bonhams Knightsbridge | United Kingdom |
Meaning & Analysis
The Cook by David Hockney, created in 1969, is an etching and aquatint on W S Hodgkinson paper. This artwork depicts a stern-looking cook, part of Hockney's Illustrations For Six Fairy Tales From The Brothers Grimm series.
The Cook showcases Hockney's adept use of etching and aquatint techniques, creating a detailed and textured representation of the character. The cook's stern expression and exaggerated features are set against a patterned background, highlighting Hockney's skill in combining intricate line work with broader tonal areas. The artwork's historical context, rooted in the rich tradition of fairy tales, adds depth to its visual appeal, inviting viewers to explore the interplay between text and image in Hockney's work.
