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Big Celia Print #3 - Signed Print by David Hockney 1981 - MyArtBroker

Big Celia Print #3
Signed Print

David Hockney

£11,000-£17,000Value Indicator

$22,000-$35,000 Value Indicator

$20,000-$30,000 Value Indicator

¥100,000-¥160,000 Value Indicator

13,500-21,000 Value Indicator

$110,000-$170,000 Value Indicator

¥2,080,000-¥3,210,000 Value Indicator

$14,000-$21,000 Value Indicator

-7% AAGR

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Medium: Lithograph

Edition size: 50

Year: 1981

Size: H 61cm x W 89cm

Signed: Yes

Format: Signed Print

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The value of David Hockney’s Big Celia Print #3 (signed) is estimated to be worth between £11,000 and £17,000. There have been three sales at auction since its initial entry to the market in April 2021. Over the past five years, the hammer price has varied from £10,774 in October 2023 to £14,476 in April 2021. The average annual growth rate of this work is currently -7%. This lithograph print, created in 1981, is part of a limited edition of 50.

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Auction Results

Auction DateAuction HouseLocation
Hammer Price
Return to Seller
Buyer Paid
October 2023Bonhams Los Angeles United States
February 2022Wright United States
April 2021Sotheby's Paris France
November 1995Christie's New York United States

Meaning & Analysis

In Big Celia Print #3, Hockney employs a monochromatic palette to depict his long-time friend and model, Celia Birtwell. The lithograph captures Birtwell in a relaxed pose, her form defined by fluid lines that convey both her physical presence and personality. This piece is part of a series of prints Hockney created in the early 1980s, focusing on Birtwell, who has been a significant figure in his work since the 1960s.

The lithographic process used for this print involves drawing on a flat stone or metal plate with an oil-based medium. This technique allows for nuanced line work and texture, creating depth within the two-dimensional composition. The simplicity of the black and white palette emphasises Hockney's control over form and his ability to communicate complex subjects through essential elements.

  • 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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