Celia With Green Hat
Celia With Green Hat
Signed Print
David Hockney
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Medium: Lithograph
Edition size: 98
Year: 1984
Size: H 74cm x W 54cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | Bonhams New York | United States | |||
| October 2024 | SBI Art Auction | Japan | |||
| September 2024 | Freeman's | United States | |||
| September 2024 | Phillips London | United Kingdom | |||
| May 2024 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | United States | |||
| October 2023 | Christie's New York | United States | |||
| October 2022 | Doyle Auctioneers & Appraisers | United States |
Meaning & Analysis
This portrait of Celia Birtwell, Hockney’s longtime friend and muse, depicts the British fashion designer in a green hat. Unlike the softer and more understated portraits of Celia in series such as Gemini 1979, this work exaggerates her features and skin tone, turning her hair brassy and flushing her complexion. Her eyes are a brilliant green and they stare out at us knowingly, their whites picked out by the dark lines of her lashes. Her hands are curled up and placed under her chin as if she is resting on them or about to pull a punch. Her soft blue jumper adds a wash of calm to the image which, while striking, is garish in its bold colours and intense focus. One of five portraits of Celia in the series entitled Moving Focus, the work is also a contrast to the more Cubist styles of prints such as An Image of Celia where the model is shown sat in a chair, her face and body reflected in multiple perspectives. Here the focus is fixed on her and with the closely cropped composition we feel as close to her as the artist must have been.
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.
