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Hotel Acatlán: First Day, from Moving Focus, 1985
Screen print on two sheets
73 x 29 in 185.4 x 73.7 cm
Edition
Edition of 70 plus 18 AP in Roman Numerals
In the mid-1970s, David Hockney began his working relationship with master printer Kenneth Tyler. Together they created the Moving Focus, a captivating exploration of Hockney's fascination with motion and perception. Created primarily in the 1980s, this series showcases Hockney's innovative approach to capturing movement in both still and video images. Using multiple perspectives and overlapping frames, Hockney creates a dynamic visual experience that challenges traditional notions of static representation. The "Moving Focus" series exemplifies Hockney's ongoing experimentation with technology and his ability to push the boundaries of artistic expression, offering viewers a unique and engaging perspective on the interplay between time, space, and imagery.
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Auction History

Hotel Acatlán: First Day, from Moving Focus · David Hockney · Christie's · 2023-10 · $138,600

Hotel Acatlán: First Day, from Moving Focus · David Hockney · Christie's · 2021-03 · $81,250

Hotel Acatlán: First Day, from Moving Focus · David Hockney · Christie's · 2017-04 · $56,250
Hotel Acatlán, First Day, from the Moving Focus Series · David Hockney · Phillips · 2017-04 · $56,250

Hotel Acatlán: First Day, from Moving Focus (T. 279; M.C.A.T. 269) · David Hockney · Christie's · 2011-04 · $37,500

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