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David Hockney Study of The Entrance For Sale
David Hockney
Study of The Entrance
Inkjet print on paper Signed and numbered in pencil lower right/left
86.4 x 109.2 cm
About this work
Study of The Entrance by David Hockney offers a sweeping and vibrant portrayal of the driveway leading to his Normandy home, Le Grand Coeur, nestled in the village of Beuvron-en-Auge. This work marks a new chapter in the remarkable artistic journey of Hockney—widely regarded as one of the most influential artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. From the industrial charm of his native Yorkshire to the dazzling sunscapes of California, and now to the pastoral calm of northern France, Hockney has consistently drawn inspiration from the places he’s called home.In 2019, he relocated to Normandy, captivated by the region’s rustic beauty, the romantic glow of sunsets at Le Havre, and a memorable visit—while in a wheelchair—to the Bayeux Tapestry, the famed medieval textile. These encounters stirred in him a profound connection to the landscape and its history, inspiring a new body of work rooted in his immediate surroundings.Le Grand Coeur, a 17th-century thatched cottage set on a sprawling 12-acre estate, became both sanctuary and muse. Surrounded by rolling greenery and immersed in quietude, Hockney found the perfect environment to deepen his practice, away from the distractions of urban life. The cottage and its grounds soon became recurring motifs in his Normandy iPad drawings, which culminated in the acclaimed series The Arrival of Spring: Normandy. These works, like the Impressionist landscapes of Monet’s nearby Giverny, celebrate seasonal change and the sensory richness of nature.In Study of The Entrance, Hockney turns his gaze to the driveway—a seemingly ordinary scene that, in his hands, becomes a symphony of springtime vitality. The composition bursts with playful, saturated colors: lush greens and luminous blues capture the freshly manicured lawn and winding gravel path, while scattered trees, their leaves newly awakened from winter dormancy, bathe in sunlight. Hockney's signature digital brushwork enlivens the landscape, emphasizing not just how it looks, but how it feels: alive, emerging, full of promise.The work also creates a quiet dialogue with Hockney’s earlier landscapes from the mid-2000s, when he painted en plein air around Bridlington in East Yorkshire. Those scenes—of narrow roads, blooming hedgerows, and undulating fields—share with Study of The Entrance a sense of immersion and emotional presence. But here, Hockney also evokes a deeper intimacy. The “entrance” becomes symbolic: not only the physical gateway to his new home, but a metaphor for creative renewal, personal retreat, and the eternal cycles of nature.In this piece, as in much of Hockney’s recent work, there’s a reverence for the act of seeing itself. The Normandy series is filled with close observation, a delight in slow looking, and a return to the basics of what it means to make art from life. Study of The Entrance reminds us that inspiration need not come from distant places or grand subjects—it can be found just outside the front door, in the simple quiet of spring returning.For more information on David Hockney’s Study of The Entrance for sale or to buy Study of The Entrance contact our galleries using the form below.
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- Inkjet print on paper Signed and numbered in pencil lower right/left
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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.