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Gregory And Shinro On The Train, Japan - Signed Print by David Hockney 1983 - MyArtBroker

Gregory And Shinro On The Train, Japan
Signed Print

David Hockney

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Medium: Photographic print

Year: 1983

Size: H 83cm x W 87cm

Signed: Yes

Format: Signed Print

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The value of David Hockney’s Gregory And Shinro On The Train, Japan (signed) is estimated to be worth between £50,000 and £80,000. This photographic print, created in 1983, has an established auction history, having been sold twice since its initial sale on 13th November 2001. This work demonstrates Hockney’s artistic versatility and is a rare piece with potential for growth in value. The edition size of this artwork is currently unknown.

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Auction Results

Auction DateAuction HouseLocation
Hammer Price
Return to Seller
Buyer Paid
February 2005Christie's New York United States
November 2001Christie's New York United States

Meaning & Analysis

The dense accumulation of images makes it impossible to single out one central element of the collage. Three shots of Gregory’s face are placed next to one another, allowing the viewer to trace subtle changes of his facial expression over time. Hockney would speak of his collages as ones in which space is an illusion as opposed to time. According to the artist, ‘‘time is accounted for in the number of pictures. You know it took time to take them, wait for them, put them down.’’ Hockney’s composition is conceptually complex in that it captures a passage of time through the illusion of movement created with the use of static images. If scanned quickly up and down, the image of the city on the left side of the collage seems to evolve, corresponding with the real-life experience of looking out the train window.

The photographs used in the collage were taken in quick succession and only subtle details in facial expression and gestures of Gregory and Shrino make it clear that Hockney did not multiply one and the same photograph to create the composition. In effect, the series of pictures is linked to an ongoing sense of movement, challenging the conventional way of experiencing a static image.

  • 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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