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David Hockney iPad Drawing No. 778, 17th April 2011 For Sale

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David Hockney - iPad Drawing No. 778, 17th April 2011, 2011, 8 color inkjet print on cotton-fiber archival paper

iPad Drawing No. 778, 17th April 2011, 2011

8 color inkjet print on cotton-fiber archival paper

17 x 22 in 43.2 x 55.9 cm

About this work

David Hockney's A Bigger Book and My Window are two significant publications that showcase his prolific work and innovative use of technology in art.A Bigger Book, published by Taschen in 2016, is a monumental art book that serves as a comprehensive visual autobiography spanning more than 60 years of Hockney's artistic journey. Notable for its physical size, the book allows readers to experience Hockney's works in stunning detail. It includes over 450 artworks, featuring a wide array of his paintings, drawings, prints, and forays into photography and digital media. The book also contains personal insights from Hockney, providing commentary and reflections on his creative process and the evolution of his art. With its large-format reproductions, A Bigger Book offers an immersive viewing experience. Released as a limited edition, each copy is signed by Hockney and comes with an adjustable bookstand designed by Marc Newson, making it a coveted collector’s item.My Window, released in 2020, focuses on a specific period of Hockney's work and highlights his use of the iPad as a creative tool. The book is a collection of over 120 drawings created on his iPad, capturing the view from his bedroom window in Bridlington, East Yorkshire. These digital drawings, presented in chronological order, allow readers to follow the changes in seasons, light, and weather as observed from Hockney’s window. The subject matter is deeply personal, offering a glimpse into Hockney’s daily life and surroundings during this period. The high-quality reproductions in My Window maintain the vibrancy and immediacy of the original digital works. Like A Bigger Book, My Window was also published as a limited edition by Taschen, making it a valuable addition for collectors and fans of Hockney’s work.Both A Bigger Book and My Window highlight David Hockney’s continued innovation and his ability to blend traditional and contemporary techniques to create compelling and accessible art. These publications serve as significant testaments to his enduring influence and creativity in the art world.

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Edition & Provenance

Year
2011
Medium
8 color inkjet print on cotton-fiber archival paper
Edition
Edition of 250
iPad Drawing No. 778, 17th April 2011

About David Hockney

David Hockney prints for sale at Guy Hepner include works from his most collected series: the Swimming Pool lithographs, Blue Guitar, Paper Pools, Moving Focus, Celia, and the Yosemite Suite. David Hockney signed prints for sale and David Hockney original art for sale through our New York gallery are sourced from authenticated secondary market collections with full provenance documentation.

David Hockney (9 July 1937 – 11 June 2026) was the most celebrated British artist of his generation and one of the most actively traded names on the international secondary market. His luminous paintings, prints, and drawings — spanning swimming pools, landscapes, portraits, and iPad works — defined visual culture for over six decades and continue to command record prices at auction.

David Hockney Art For Sale

David Hockney art for sale encompasses a remarkably diverse body of work, from early etchings and lithographs to large-scale paintings and his celebrated digital iPad drawings. Hockney's position as the most valuable British artist was confirmed in November 2018 when Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures) (1972) sold for US$90.3 million at Christie's New York — setting a world auction record for a living artist at the time.

At Guy Hepner, David Hockney paintings for sale and prints are sourced directly from galleries, estates, and private collections with full provenance documentation.

David Hockney Prints For Sale

David Hockney prints for sale represent the most accessible and liquid category of his market. His lithographs, etchings, and screenprints — produced across six decades — are sought by collectors at every level. Signed editions are particularly valued for their documentary connection to Hockney's creative process.

Key series available at Guy Hepner:

  • Swimming Pool series — the definitive Hockney motif; pool paintings and prints in every medium remain among his most sought works
  • Weather Series — a landmark suite of lithographs exploring atmospheric and meteorological themes with Hockney's signature graphic clarity
  • Hollywood Hills — sun-drenched landscapes celebrating California's light, space, and architecture
  • Moving Focus — a major series of lithographs and prints exploring perspective, travel, and the act of looking
  • Pools lithographs — intimate, technically virtuosic prints that distil the essence of his Swimming Pool paintings
  • iPad drawings — Hockney's pioneering digital works, printed as archival pigment prints, representing a bold late chapter in his practice

David Hockney: Most Collectible Series

Hockney is the most actively traded British artist on the secondary market, with consistent demand across painting, print, drawing, and photography. For collectors seeking to buy David Hockney, the prints market offers the greatest volume and liquidity.

Collectors who buy David Hockney should consider:

  • Signed vs unsigned editions — signed impressions command a substantial premium and are preferred by institutions
  • Early vs late editions — earlier impressions from small editions tend to appreciate faster
  • Subject matter — pool paintings, portraits, and California landscapes are his canonical themes and attract the broadest collector base
  • Condition — works on paper are sensitive to light; always request condition reports and storage history

Hockney's enduring legacy, global institutional profile, and the exceptional breadth of his output make David Hockney prints for sale a compelling proposition at all market levels.

Buying David Hockney

Guy Hepner has extensive experience placing David Hockney art for sale with private collectors and institutional buyers. Our inventory includes rare signed prints, lithographs from major series, and occasional works on paper and canvas sourced through trusted networks.

When you buy David Hockney through Guy Hepner, every work comes with full provenance documentation, condition reporting, and certificate of authenticity. We can also assist with private sales, valuations, and estate acquisitions.

Contact us to discuss available David Hockney paintings for sale, current print inventory, and collector advisory services.

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