24th Jun, 2026 18:00

Urban & Contemporary Art

Lot 30

Lot 30 - David Hockney (British 1937), 'A Bigger Splash 1967', 2017

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David Hockney (British 1937), 'A Bigger Splash 1967', 2017

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£600 - £800

Buyer's premium: 25.00%

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Condition Report

In Very Good Condition
No knocks, tears, or creases to the sheet
The work has been stored flat inside it's original slip case and has never been framed

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Lot Details
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David Hockney (British 1937), 'A Bigger Splash 1967', 2017, giclée print in colours on Somerset rag paper, printed by King and McGaw in collaboration with The Tate and David Hockney; sheet: 45 x 35cm

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Auction: Urban & Contemporary Art, 24th Jun, 2026

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David Hockney

David Hockney, a trailblazer of the 1960s British art movement, stands as one of the most esteemed and prolific artists of both the 20th and 21st centuries. His remarkable versatility is evident in his diverse body of work, which includes acrylic paintings, photo collages, elaborate opera set designs, and digital creations made on iPads. Hockney initially garnered attention for his semi-abstract representations of homosexual love. In 1964, he relocated to California, where he depicted his new surroundings through vibrant, pastel-toned imagery of liberated queer men, set against idyllic backdrops featuring swimming pools, palm trees, and charming homes. His works have been showcased at prestigious venues such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Royal Academy of Arts in London, and the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, among numerous other esteemed institutions. In the secondary art market, his pieces have achieved sales exceeding $90 million.