Lithograph Water Made Of Lines And Crayon (Pool II-B)
Lithograph Water Made Of Lines And Crayon (Pool II-B)
Signed Print
David Hockney
£70,000-£110,000Value Indicator
$140,000-$220,000 Value Indicator
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¥630,000-¥990,000 Value Indicator
€80,000-€130,000 Value Indicator
$680,000-$1,070,000 Value Indicator
¥13,630,000-¥21,410,000 Value Indicator
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Medium: Lithograph
Edition size: 42
Year: 1980
Size: H 66cm x W 86cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 2024 | Bonhams Los Angeles | United States | |||
| November 2023 | Neww Auction | Japan | |||
| September 2023 | Phillips London | United Kingdom | |||
| March 2023 | Bonhams Los Angeles | United States | |||
| March 2022 | Bonhams Los Angeles | United States | |||
| September 2019 | Phillips London | United Kingdom | |||
| April 2019 | Sotheby's New York | United States |
Meaning & Analysis
In this work Hockney swaps the inky qualities of Lithograph Of Water Made Of Thick And Thin Lines and Lithograph Of Water Made Of Lines in favour of a crayon like effect. The feeling of a technical drawing remains as the lines of the water, in their free curves, are contrasted with the strict grid of tiles which recall graph paper. In this work Hockney has stopped short of colouring in the shadows and the greenery as in the other prints and instead lets the diving board become less solid, almost ephemeral, and more in keeping with the ineffability of the water. The squiggly lines which create the impression of the water – and which Hockney would end up painting onto the bottom of his own pool in waterproof paint – seem almost blurry at first glance, their crayon outline doubled by fine lines. In this way the movement of the water, perhaps created by a breeze or recent activity, makes the water come alive, the lines becoming reminiscent of hundreds of bacteria or snakes. And yet despite all this movement the scene is calm, serene, its blue tones soothing the viewer along with the solidity and stillness of the diving board which acts as a kind of anchor in the composition.
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.
