Fourth Detail, Snails Pace, March 27th 1995
Fourth Detail, Snails Pace, March 27th 1995
Signed Print
David Hockney
£8,500-£13,000Value Indicator
$18,000-$27,000 Value Indicator
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Medium: Digital Print
Edition size: 45
Year: 1995
Size: H 90cm x W 110cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 2024 | Rago | United States | |||
| September 2022 | Christie's London | United Kingdom | |||
| June 2022 | Germann Auctions | Switzerland | |||
| July 2020 | Sotheby's New York | United States | |||
| July 2015 | Sotheby's New York | United States |
Meaning & Analysis
Fourth Detail, Snails Pace, March 27th 1995 is one of five prints, in which David Hockney creates a fictional universe inspired by the interior of his own studio. One the of distinctive features characterizing the space that inspired the series was the wide range and quantity of artworks it gathered. The print mirrors the world of colour and vibrancy represented by Hockney’s studio with its wealth of paintings occupying every possible corner. The artist joins two canvases perpendicularly to emulate a stage set and, in doing so, brings together a variety of densely accumulated colours and shapes. Hockney’s fictive world emanates with lightheartedness and buoyancy, capturing the gist of his creative energy, idiom, and imagery throughout the years. Resembling hills, fields, meadows, and houses, the various forms create a complex microcosm of the artist’s private world, wherein multiple elements simultaneously vie for the viewer’s attention.
The print represents how the scale and ambition of Hockney’s projects continues to grow throughout the years. Measuring 82cm x 105cm, the print recalls Hockney’s acrylic paintings of Mulholland Drive with their giant panoramic vista that make the viewer feel part of the landscape. Here as well, forms and shapes blown up to a preposterous size create an immersive, sensual experience as they invite the viewer to step into the artist’s personal world.
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.
