Portrait Of Mother II
Portrait Of Mother II
Signed Print
David Hockney
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Medium: Lithograph
Edition size: 20
Year: 1986
Size: H 51cm x W 43cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 2021 | Phillips London | United Kingdom | |||
| November 2019 | Doyle Auctioneers & Appraisers | United States |
Meaning & Analysis
In contrast to the first portrait of Hockney’s mother in the Moving Focus series, Portrait Of Mother II shows the artist experimenting with the Cubist influence that runs throughout the portfolio. Here he has chosen to depict his mother sleeping in an armchair, her head tilted to the side, her hands crossed in her lap. While at first glance it appears like a traditional portrait, the artist has added a block of colour to her face which throws the perspective off balance and recalls Picasso’s cubist portraits. Despite this unexpected element the work remains a tender portrait, its soft colours and marks making it stand out from the brashness of some of the other works in this series. The blue of his mother’s jumper perfectly complements the white of her collar and the brown back of her chair. Here we see Hockney working deftly with the medium of lithography, recreating his natural painting and drawing style on stone to produce a vivid work that both looks back at art history and claims its own style.
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.
