Sunflower II
Sunflower II
Signed Print
David Hockney
£6,500-£10,000Value Indicator
$13,500-$21,000 Value Indicator
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¥60,000-¥90,000 Value Indicator
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¥1,250,000-¥1,920,000 Value Indicator
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Medium: Intaglio
Edition size: 80
Year: 1995
Size: H 46cm x W 38cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2022 | Phillips New York | United States | |||
| April 2022 | Phillips New York | United States | |||
| July 2021 | Forum Auctions London | United Kingdom | |||
| January 2021 | Phillips London | United Kingdom | |||
| June 2020 | Phi Auctions | United States | |||
| March 2018 | Bonhams Knightsbridge | United Kingdom | |||
| March 2015 | Sotheby's Online | United Kingdom |
Meaning & Analysis
Seemingly identical to Sunflower I by David Hockney, Sunflower II shows a still life of sunflowers in a pot against a plain background. Here however the black ink appears a little lighter and the image becomes charcoal soft, and yet retains much of the dynamism of the original. As well as a study from life of a subject – flowers – that Hockney loved and returned to throughout his career, the work can also be read as an homage to Dutch master Vincent van Gogh who Hockney had admired since he was young. Throughout his oeuvre Hockney constantly references artists who went before him – such as Picasso and Hogarth – but van Gogh stands out as an inspiration perhaps because Hockney compared his move to LA from london in 1964 to ‘van Gogh going to Arles’. In this way the work acts as a tribute to both the natural and fleeting beauty of flowers as well as the lessons learned by looking at still lifes by other artists which helped shape his eye for detail, space and light. These years of study reach their culmination in the 90s when this work was made, and continues today with Hockney’s prolific production of studies of flowers both in their natural habitats and in still lifes, on his iPad.
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.
