Name: The Arrival Of Spring In Woldgate East Yorkshire 4th May 2011
Brand: David Hockney
Rating: 5 (233 reviews)

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The value of David Hockney’s The Arrival Of Spring In Woldgate East Yorkshire 4th May 2011 (signed) is estimated to be worth between £90,000 to £130,000. This digital print artwork, created in 2011, has shown consistent value growth, with an impressive average annual growth rate of 15%. This is a rare piece with an auction history of two sales since its entry to the market in November 2018. The edition size of this artwork is limited to 25.

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Hammer Price

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May 2023

Phillips Hong Kong

Hong Kong

November 2018

Phillips Hong Kong

Hong Kong

Meaning & Analysis

A throng of wildflowers and weeds encircle an old tree at the edge of a forest. Its trunk is covered in fine lines, its branches outlined in black to create a spidery network that reflects the life below it. The Arrival Of Spring In Woldgate East Yorkshire 4th May 2011 is one of 49 digital drawings David Hockney created on his iPad which later became prints in an edition of 25. The series celebrates not just the arrival of spring and the changes of the season but the artist’s return to his homeland after many decades spent in California. With these works we see him witnessing and taking pleasure in the minor signs that mark the end of winter, from the changes in light to the growing of seedlings and the sudden appearance of blossom. The tradition of the pastoral idyll however, is contrasted with the contemporaneity of the medium, a digital screen which allows him to work en plein air as if with a sketchbook and to reproduce his work multiple times without the need for an etching plate, a print studio or assistant. With the iPad Hockney found newfound freedom in print, which has allowed him to remain as prolific and dynamic in his old age as in his youth.

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.