Demand For David Hockney's The Weather Series
David Hockney’s The Weather Series stands out as a unique exploration in his printmaking practice, reflecting his long-standing fascination with changing light, seasonal shifts, and atmospheric observations. Drawing on the elegance of Japanese woodblock printing, Hockney distils weather into rhythm, line, and tone. These six prints don’t just depict weather - they evoke the atmosphere itself.
Steady demand over the past five years highlights the series’ increasing relevance to collectors, with prices rising an average of 16% annually between 2020 and 2025 - driven by its rarity, visual clarity, and consistent market performance. Every print in the six-part series - Sun, Rain, Mist, Snow, Lightning, and Wind - has set a new auction record in the past four years.
Rain is currently the highest-valued print in the series, having sold twice for over £107,000 in consecutive sales. Snow is quickly emerging as one of the most in-demand, reaching £81,900 in March 2025 - a 61% year-on-year increase. Complete sets are even rarer, with only two ever appearing at auction. The most recent sold for £228,000, marking a 150% increase since 2012. With market appetite still strong, now is a strategic time to explore your options. Get in touch for a free, no-obligation valuation or to explore David Hockney prints currently available on the Trading Floor.
