The Lathe And Fire
The Lathe And Fire
Signed Print
David Hockney
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Medium: Etching
Edition size: 100
Year: 1969
Size: H 15cm x W 16cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Artwork | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 2021 | Bonhams Knightsbridge - United Kingdom | The Lathe And Fire - Signed Print | |||
| November 2018 | Germann Auctions - Switzerland | The Lathe And Fire - Signed Print | |||
| November 2018 | Swann Galleries - United States | The Lathe And Fire - Signed Print | |||
| April 2011 | Bonhams New Bond Street - United Kingdom | The Lathe And Fire - Signed Print | |||
| June 1999 | Christie's London - United Kingdom | The Lathe And Fire - Signed Print | |||
| May 1992 | Christie's Amsterdam - Netherlands | The Lathe And Fire - Signed Print |
Meaning & Analysis
The Lathe And Fire is a 1969 etching by David Hockney, part of his Illustrations For Six Fairy Tales From The Brothers Grimm series. This piece, created using etching, aquatint, and drypoint techniques, depicts a lathe engulfed in flames, with washes of grey ink to delineate plumes of smoke and scratchy mark-making to show the direction of the flames.
This etching depicts a lathe surrounded by swirling flames, rendered with meticulous detail and a sense of movement. Hockney's choice of medium allows for intricate line work and varying textures, enhancing the dramatic effect of the scene. This piece is part of Hockney's Illustrations For Six Fairy Tales From The Brothers Grimm series, where he interprets classic tales through his unique artistic lens. The series was produced between May and November 1969, with each etching reflecting Hockney's fascination with storytelling and his ability to blend whimsy with technical precision. The use of Hodgkinson handmade paper adds a tactile quality to the print, further enriching its visual appeal
