The Marriage In Hawaii Of David And Ann
The Marriage In Hawaii Of David And Ann
Signed Print
David Hockney
£1,650-£2,500
$3,300-$4,950 Value Indicator
$2,950-$4,500 Value Indicator
¥15,000-¥23,000 Value Indicator
€2,000-€3,000 Value Indicator
$16,000-$25,000 Value Indicator
¥320,000-¥490,000 Value Indicator
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Medium: Etching
Edition size: 60
Year: 1984
Size: H 109cm x W 76cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 2023 | Chiswick Auctions | United Kingdom | |||
| April 2019 | Sotheby's New York | United States | |||
| April 2019 | Julien's Auctions | United States | |||
| July 2015 | Christie's New York | United States | |||
| March 2015 | Julien's Auctions | United States | |||
| July 2013 | Bonhams Los Angeles | United States | |||
| July 2011 | Christie's New York | United States |
Meaning & Analysis
The Marriage In Hawaii Of David And Ann is an etching by David Hockney, created in 1983. This limited edition of 60 depicts a Hawaiian wedding ceremony, rendered with precise line work on Rives BFK wove paper, capturing an intimate moment between the couple. Hockney employs a minimalist approach, using sparse detailing to focus on the emotional core of the scene.
The artwork presents a stylised scene of a wedding ceremony, featuring the couple embracing under a canopy, likely representing a traditional Hawaiian wedding structure. The etching's clean lines and minimal details direct the viewer's attention to the intimacy and connection between the subjects. This approach allows for a more immediate emotional impact, as extraneous elements are stripped away to reveal the essence of the moment.
Hockney's choice of Rives BFK wove paper enhances the artwork's subtle texture, adding depth to the minimalist design. This technical decision underscores the artist's consideration for how the medium influences the final piece, which demonstrates Hockney's ability to capture personal narratives and relationships through a pared-down visual language.