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Lithographic Water Made Of Lines, Crayon, And Two Blue Washes - Signed Print by David Hockney 1980 - MyArtBroker

Lithographic Water Made Of Lines, Crayon, And Two Blue Washes
Signed Print

David Hockney

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Medium: Lithograph

Edition size: 85

Year: 1980

Size: H 74cm x W 87cm

Signed: Yes

Format: Signed Print

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The value of David Hockney's Lithographic Water Made Of Lines, Crayon, And Two Blue Washes (signed) is estimated to be worth between £100,000 and £150,000. This lithograph print, created in 1980, has shown consistent value growth, with an auction history of 16 total sales since its entry to the market in April 2011. The hammer price over the past 12 months has ranged from £87,267 in October 2021 to £137,508 in May 2023. The average annual growth rate of this work is 15% and the edition size is limited to 85.

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Auction Results

Auction DateAuction HouseLocation
Hammer Price
Return to Seller
Buyer Paid
September 2023Phillips London United Kingdom
May 2023Sotheby's New York United States
March 2023Sotheby's New York United States
October 2022SBI Art Auction Japan
October 2021Christie's New York United States
March 2020Christie's London United Kingdom
October 2018Christie's New York United States

Meaning & Analysis

In this lithograph, Hockney employs a meticulous combination of lines and washes to evoke water's fluidity and movement. The swimming pool, a recurring motif in his work, is rendered through a layered technique that demonstrates his innovative approach to printmaking. Hockney's use of crayon and two distinct blue washes creates a dynamic interplay of textures and shades, effectively capturing the essence of water's surface.

This piece showcases Hockney's ability to translate his observations of light and reflection onto paper, a skill he honed through his paintings and drawings of pools. The artwork is notable for its detailed execution and the artist's capacity to convey motion and depth through minimalistic yet expressive means. Historically, this lithograph represents a significant step in Hockney's ongoing exploration of water's visual qualities. It bridges his earlier pool paintings of the 1960s with his later digital works on the same theme in the 2000s.

  • 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.

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