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The Prisoner For Amnesty International - Signed Print by David Hockney 1977 - MyArtBroker

The Prisoner For Amnesty International
Signed Print

David Hockney

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Medium: Lithograph

Edition size: 100

Year: 1977

Size: H 73cm x W 60cm

Signed: Yes

Format: Signed Print

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The value of David Hockney's The Prisoner For Amnesty International (signed) is estimated to be worth between £1,550 and £2,350. This lithograph print, created in 1977, has shown a consistent auction history, having been sold 5 times since its initial sale on 22nd May 2018. The edition size of this artwork is limited to 100.

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Auction Results

Auction DateAuction HouseLocation
Hammer Price
Return to Seller
Buyer Paid
December 2019Bonhams Knightsbridge United Kingdom
November 2019Wright United States
September 2019Bonhams Knightsbridge United Kingdom
January 2019Quinn's Auction Galleries United States
May 2018Swann Galleries United States

Meaning & Analysis

The Prisoner, For Amnesty International was executed by David Hockney in 1977 and was released in an edition of 100 for the charity Amnesty International, which is a non-governmental organisation focusing on human rights. This lithograph depicts a man sat in a tightly enclosed room with a single light hanging above his head. Outside, hills can be seen in the distance with tall trees towering in front. The sitter is rather nondescript in a white shirt and brown trousers, with similarly unremarkable features. The subject matter of this commissioned print is more sombre than what is typical of Hockney’s bright, vivacious paintings of flowers and scorching summers in California. Yet, in this sense, it stands testament to the artist’s limitless creativity and artistic capabilities as Hockney is widely considered to be one of the most influential and versatile painters of the 20th and 21st centuries.

  • 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.