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Illustrations for Fourteen Poems from C.P. Cavafy: Portrait of Cavafy in Alexandria

David Hockney’s The Beginning, etching and aquatint, depicts two men lying side by side in bed, relaxed and serene.

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Etching and Aquatint on Paper. Hand-signed // David Hockney’s The Beginning (1966) is an etching and aquatint from his intimate series Illustrations for Fourteen Poems from C.P. Cavafy. This limited edition print portrays two men lying side by side in bed, their postures relaxed and serene. The delicate linework highlights the simplicity of the moment, encapsulating a tender connection. The intimate nature of the composition aligns seamlessly with the themes of love and desire often explored in Cavafy’s poetry. Measuring 18.5 x 12.6 inches and part of an edition of 500, this artwork exemplifies Hockney’s ability to convey deep emotion and intimacy through minimalistic and refined imagery.

Artwork Copyright © David Hockney

David Hockney

Illustrations for Fourteen Poems from C.P. Cavafy: The Beginning, 1966

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Etching and Aquatint on Paper. Hand-signed // David Hockney’s The Beginning (1966) is an etching and aquatint from his intimate series Illustrations for Fourteen Poems from C.P. Cavafy. This limited edition print portrays two men lying side by side in bed, their postures relaxed and serene. The delicate linework highlights the simplicity of the moment, encapsulating a tender connection. The intimate nature of the composition aligns seamlessly with the themes of love and desire often explored in Cavafy’s poetry. Measuring 18.5 x 12.6 inches and part of an edition of 500, this artwork exemplifies Hockney’s ability to convey deep emotion and intimacy through minimalistic and refined imagery.

Artwork Copyright © David Hockney
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David Hockney's Sun, 1973 lithograph and screenprint, potted plant in sunlight with blue shutters, golden rays, and shadows.

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Inkjet Print

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Mixed Media

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David Hockney My Window iPad drawing No. 281 inkjet print showing a red flower in a patterned vase against a window with green shutters.

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David Hockney Two Peppers, 1973, etching of a green and red pepper on a white cloth with blue shadows, minimalist still life, signed.

David Hockney

Two Peppers, 1973

Limited Edition Print

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Limited Edition Print

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GBP 25,000 - 35,000

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Ipad Drawing My Window. No. 778, 17th April 2011, 2019

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Slightly Damaged Chair, Malibu, 1973

Limited Edition Print

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EUR 10,800

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David Hockney

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Limited Edition Print

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David Hockney

Illustrations For Fourteen Poems From C.P. Cavafy: Two Boys Aged 23 Or 24, 1966

Limited Edition Print

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USD 5,800

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David Hockney

Illustrations For Fourteen Poems From C.P. Cavafy: To Remain, 1966

Limited Edition Print

Etching And Aquatint

USD 3,125

David Hockney’s The Shop Window of a Tobacco Store, etching and aquatint, depicts a storefront in Alexandria with figures interacting.

David Hockney

Illustrations For Fourteen Poems From C.P. Cavafy: The Shop Window Of A Tobacco Store, 1966

Limited Edition Print

Etching And Aquatint

USD 3,125

David Hockney’s The Beginning, etching and aquatint, depicts two men lying side by side in bed, relaxed and serene.

David Hockney

Illustrations For Fourteen Poems From C.P. Cavafy: The Beginning, 1966

Limited Edition Print

Etching And Aquatint

USD 3,125

David Hockney’s Portrait of Cavafy in Alexandria, etching and aquatint, minimalist depiction of poet C.P. Cavafy with Alexandria in the background.

David Hockney

Illustrations For Fourteen Poems From C.P. Cavafy: Portrait Of Cavafy In Alexandria, 1966

Limited Edition Print

Etching And Aquatint

USD 3,125

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David Hockney

Illustrations For Fourteen Poems From C.P. Cavafy: One Night, 1966

Limited Edition Print

Etching And Aquatint

USD 3,125

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David Hockney

Illustrations For Fourteen Poems From C.P. Cavafy: In Despair, 1966

Limited Edition Print

Etching And Aquatint

USD 3,125

David Hockney’s He Enquired After the Quality, etching and aquatint, minimalist linear composition of two men in conversation.

David Hockney

Illustrations For Fourteen Poems From C.P. Cavafy: He Enquired After The Quality, 1966

Limited Edition Print

Etching And Aquatint

USD 3,125

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