16th Sep, 2026 18:00

Urban & Contemporary Art

Lot 49

Lot 49 - David Hockney (British 1937-2026), 'Special', 1990

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David Hockney (British 1937-2026), 'Special', 1990

Sold for £1,000
Estimated at £800 - £1,200

inc.premium

Condition Report

In very good condition
No visible knocks, tears or creases to the sheet
The work has been framed in a black frame with a white mount
This work has been examined outside of the frame.

David Hockney (British 1937-2026), 'Special', 1990, fax print on paper, printed with date and time stamp AUG 15 '90 12:03 DH IN THE HILS and P.8/35; 41 x 33.5cm inc frame

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Auction: Urban & Contemporary Art, 16th Sep, 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.