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Steps Into The Water - Signed Print by David Hockney 1976 - MyArtBroker

Steps Into The Water
Signed Print

David Hockney

£9,500-£14,500Value Indicator

$19,000-$29,000 Value Indicator

$17,000-$26,000 Value Indicator

¥90,000-¥130,000 Value Indicator

11,500-18,000 Value Indicator

$90,000-$140,000 Value Indicator

¥1,800,000-¥2,740,000 Value Indicator

$12,000-$18,000 Value Indicator

13% AAGR

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Medium: Photographic print

Edition size: 80

Year: 1976

Size: H 27cm x W 21cm

Signed: Yes

Format: Signed Print

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David Hockney's Steps Into The Water, a signed Photographic Print from 1976, is estimated to be worth between £9,500 and £14,500. This artwork has sold 4 times at auction since its entry to the market in June 2015. The hammer price over the past five years has ranged from £8,433 in April 2018 to £12,947 in October 2021. The current owner could expect an average annual growth rate of 13%. The edition size of this piece is limited to 80.

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Auction Results

Auction DateAuction HouseLocation
Hammer Price
Return to Seller
Buyer Paid
February 2023Phillips New York United States
November 2018Millea Bros. United States
December 2016Van Ham Fine Art Auctions Germany
June 2015Germann Auctions Switzerland

Meaning & Analysis

In Steps Into The Water, Hockney utilises the chromogenic printing process to render the interplay of light and water with remarkable precision. The composition centres on the geometric form of pool steps juxtaposed against the organic patterns of water ripples. Hockney's mastery of colour is evident in the print's vibrant blue tones, achieved through the chromogenic process, which allows for nuanced colour reproduction.

This work is significant within Hockney's oeuvre as it demonstrates his application of painterly sensibilities to photography. The high contrast between the crisp edges of the steps and the water's surface showcases Hockney's ability to capture ephemeral light effects through photographic means. This approach is consistent across the Twenty Photographic Pictures series, which includes other notable works such as Gregory In The Pool and Sunbather.

  • 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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