Name: Albert and George Clark
Brand: David Hockney
Rating: 4.9 (225 reviews)

Track auction value trend

The value of David Hockney's Albert and George Clark (signed) is estimated to be worth between £1,250 and £1,900. This lithograph print, created in 1979, has been sold 3 times at auction since its initial sale on 19th April 2005. There have been no sales in the last 12 months. The edition size of this artwork is limited to 18.

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June 2013

Bonhams Knightsbridge - United Kingdom

Albert and George Clark - Signed Print

June 2008

Christie's London - United Kingdom

Albert and George Clark - Signed Print

April 2005

Bonhams San Francisco - United States

Albert and George Clark - Signed Print

Meaning & Analysis

A tender portrait of the children of his close friend and muse Celia Birtwell, Albert and George Clark is a 1979 lithograph from the second portfolio of prints Hockney produced in collaboration with the celebrated Gemini print workshop. The children are depicted in a simple linear style that recalls many of the artist's drawings, with a sepia brown ink that contrasts with the black that tends to dominate the series. They are sitting on a sofa; the smaller child is clutching a striped bear and a Mickey Mouse stuffed toy, and stares straight ahead while his brother is empty handed and turns away from the gaze of the artist. The background is characteristically blank, adding more emphasis on the discomfort of the figures who are evidently unaccustomed to sitting for portraits and appear ready to wriggle out of their poses at any moment. While Hockney is known for his portraits, he rarely chose children as his sitters; here we see his ability to transmit the personality of his subject in the combination of innocence and willfulness that we can detect from the boys’ expressions and body language.

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.