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Gustave Flaubert - Signed Print by David Hockney 1973 - MyArtBroker

Gustave Flaubert
Signed Print

David Hockney

£3,650-£5,500Value Indicator

$7,000-$11,000 Value Indicator

$6,500-$10,000 Value Indicator

¥35,000-¥50,000 Value Indicator

4,350-6,500 Value Indicator

$35,000-$50,000 Value Indicator

¥710,000-¥1,070,000 Value Indicator

$4,550-$7,000 Value Indicator

17% AAGR

AAGR (5 years) This estimate blends recent public auction records with our own private sale data and network demand.

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Medium: Etching

Edition size: 25

Year: 1973

Size: H 79cm x W 56cm

Signed: Yes

Format: Signed Print

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The value of David Hockney's Gustave Flaubert, a signed etching from 1973, is estimated to be worth between £3,650 and £5,500. This artwork has an auction history of four sales since its entry to the market on 6th April 2017. The hammer price over the past five years has shown consistent growth, with an average annual growth rate of 17%. The edition size of this piece is limited to 25.

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Auction Results

Auction DateAuction HouseLocation
Hammer Price
Return to Seller
Buyer Paid
June 2022Bonhams Australia, Sydney Australia
July 2017Christie's New York United States
June 2017Galerie Kornfeld Germany
April 2017Phillips London United Kingdom

Meaning & Analysis

Hockney gave expression to his fascination with Flaubert as he depicted scenes from his short stories, thus joining the rich lineage of artists, such as Auguste Rodin, Alphonse Mucha, and Odilon Redon who engaged with Flaubert’s writing through art. Apart from this portrait, Hockney created Félicité Sleeping With Parrot, an etching of the serving woman based on A Simple Heart, Flaubert’s first short story. The artist said in the context of Flaubert’s writing: ”These stories really affected me, and I felt it was a subject I could get into and really use.“

  • 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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