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  • David Hockney Snow Without Colour

    David Hockney Snow Without Colour (M.C.A.T. 135)

    Snow Without Colour is a monochrome lithograph by David Hockney that explores the visual poetry of winter landscapes. Created as an early study for the later print Snow from The Weather Series, the work reflects Hockney’s fascination with atmosphere, movement, and the expressive potential of printmaking. The composition also reveals the artist’s wide-ranging influences, drawing inspiration from the woodblock traditions of Katsushika Hokusai as well as the simplicity and immediacy often found in illustrated storytelling. Through minimal line, tonal contrast, and rhythmic marks suggesting falling snow, Hockney transforms a quiet landscape into a contemplative study of nature and perception.

     

    Artist: David Hockney
    Title: Snow without Color
    Year: 1973
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo, David Hockney Prints 1954–1977: A Catalogue Raisonné, (M.C.A.T. 135)
    Medium: Lithograph 1 aluminum plates
    Edition:  Edition of 38 TP, signed and numbered in pencil lower right/left.
    Size: 106.7 x 83.8 cm (42 x 32.9 inches)
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  • About David Hockney Snow Without Colour

    In Snow Without Colour, David Hockney presents a simplified winter landscape defined by gently rolling hills, scattered rocks, and softly falling snow. The monochrome palette enhances the clarity of the composition, allowing subtle variations in line and texture to evoke the atmosphere of a quiet snowfall. Influences from the Japanese woodblock tradition, particularly the work of Katsushika Hokusai, are visible in the balanced composition and rhythmic arrangement of forms. At the same time, the image reflects Hockney’s interest in landscapes associated with his native Yorkshire, where rolling hills often appear in his wider body of work. The scattered rocks in the foreground create depth and movement, inviting the viewer into the scene while emphasising the transient, ever-changing nature of weather and seasonal cycles.

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    Edition Notes:

    Snow Without Colour, was published in an edition of 38 TP, signed and numbered in pencil lower left/right. Generally, proofs and standard edition examples can differ in market value depending on rarity and condition. 

     

    Signature:

    The print is signed and numbered in pencil lower right. The presence and clarity of the signature is an important factor and feature in authentication and value assessment.

     

    Condition:

    Given the age and rarity of Snow Without Colour, condition is a critical factor in determining value. Each example we handle is carefully examined for foxing, time-staining, handling marks, edge wear, or tears, all of which can impact desirability and price.

     

    Provenance:

    Where possible, provenance is researched and documented: exhibition history, collection records, and publication references can significantly enhance confidence and value for collectors.

     

    Pricing and Value Guidance:

    Due to scarcity and private market activity, prices for David Hockney's Snow Withot Colour, can vary widely. As a general guide, values are influenced by: overall condition; edition size; whether it's signed; proof versus standard edition; provenance; and current market demand for Hockney prints. 

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    FAQs

    Is Snow Withot Colour David Hockney's first print?

    No, Snow Without Colour is not David Hockney's first print. It is a lithograph created in 1973 as part of his Weather Series. By 1973, Hockney was already an established printmaker.

     

    Is Snow Without Colour signed by David Hockney?

    The print is signed in pencil lower left/right.

     

    How rare is David Hockney's Snow Without Colour?

    David Hockney's Snow Without Colour is a very rare, highly desirable lihtograph with a limited edition of 38 TP.

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Snow Without Colour privately?

    Yes. We regularly source this print for collectors through our private and trusted network.

     

    How much is David Hockney's Snow Without Colour worth?

    Values vary based on condition, edition type, and provenance. Please do contact Andipa Editions for current market guidance; we'd be delighted to assist you.

     
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    If you own an original Snow Without Colour, print by David Hockney and are considering selling, Andipa Editions would be delighted to assist and present it to our collectors on your behalf. We offer confidential, no-obligation valuations based on current market conditions and can advise on the most appropriate route to market; handling authentication, marketing, and negotiation on your behalf and support this collaborative selling journey at every step.

     

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    Andipa Editions has six decades of experience advising collectors across the world on the acquisition of important prints by Andy Warhol. If Snow Without Colour is not currently available, we can actively source this work privately, conduct full due diligence, prepare condition reports, and manage all logistics, including framing, insured shipping, and international delivery to ensure it reaches you safely and smoothly.

     

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