Ann Combing Her Hair
Ann Combing Her Hair
Signed Print
David Hockney
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Medium: Lithograph
Edition size: 75
Year: 1979
Size: H 58cm x W 79cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Location | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2020 | Link Auction Galleries | United States | |||
| September 2020 | Sotheby's Online | United Kingdom | |||
| March 2019 | Christie's London | United Kingdom | |||
| October 2018 | Bonhams Los Angeles | United States | |||
| November 2016 | Wright | United States | |||
| June 2015 | Bonhams New Bond Street | United Kingdom | |||
| April 2015 | Bonhams New York | United States |
Meaning & Analysis
In 1979, Hockney was invited once again to produce a portfolio of prints by the prestigious Gemini print workshop, for which he returned to the theme of his earlier series, Friends. However while the previous portfolio was dominated by Hockney’s male companions and lovers, the 1979 portfolio features many portraits of close female friends Celia Birtwell and Ann Upton as well as Celia’s children – by fashion designer Ossie Clark – Albert and George Clark. Here we see Ann combing her hair in front of a mirror, her figure reminiscent of the women who appear to be caught unawares in many of Degas’ paintings and sketches of women at their toilet. Her back is turned to the viewer and her face is only visible to us through a mirror. With eyes downcast or shut, she appears absorbed in her task. She wears a boldly patterned jacket or cardigan which dominates the composition along with the dark outline of the mirror while her face, hair and hands appear more faint. Ann Upton met Hockney in 1960 and became his model two years later. She later met David Graves who became Hockney’s assistant and the pair were married in 1983 with Hockney as the photographer.
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.
