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    Print Guide: David Hockney Marries an Old Maid (M.C.A.T 19) For Sale

    Marries an Old Maid  is a signed and numbered etching by David Hockney from his influential sixteen-plate series A Rake’s Progress. Inspired by the eighteenth-century narrative cycle by William Hogarth, Hockney reinterprets the moral tale through a modern and semi-autobiographical perspective. In his version, the ‘Rake’ represents a young artist navigating identity and social expectations during a visit to New York City in 1961. Created while Hockney studied at the Royal College of Art, the series blends satire, symbolism, and personal narrative to explore themes of sexuality, conformity, and cultural change.

     

    Artist: David Hockney
    Title: Marries an Old Maid 
    Year: 1963
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo, David Hockney Prints 1954–1977: A Catalogue Raisonné, (M.C.A.T. 115)
    Medium: Etching aquatint 1 zinc plate
    Edition:  Edition of 50 TP, signed and numbered in pencil lower right/left
    Size: 49.0 x 61.0cm (19.2 x 24 inches)
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  • About David hockney Marries and Old Maid

    n Marries an Old Maid, Hockney presents a scene that closely echoes Hogarth’s original narrative, in which the protagonist enters an uneasy marriage. Beneath a dark chapel archway, two figures emerge arm in arm: the familiar ‘Rake’, identifiable by his glasses and slender frame, and a veiled female figure dressed in a flowing gown. Radiating lines around the arch evoke halos, suggesting the solemnity of a religious ceremony while subtly questioning its authority. The protagonist’s casual clothing contrasts with the sacred symbolism of marriage, highlighting the tension between personal identity and social expectation. Through this symbolic union, David Hockney reflects on the pressures faced by individuals navigating sexuality in a period when homosexuality remained criminalised. The print becomes a poignant moment within the series, illustrating the ‘Rake’s’ complicated passage through conformity, desire, and self-understanding.

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    Edition Notes: 

    Marries an Old Maid, from A Rake's Progress was published in an edition of 50 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 left/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 Marries an Old Maid, 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 Marries an Old Maid, 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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    Is Marries an Old Maid David Hockney's first print?

    No, Marries an Old Maid is not David Hockney's first print. It is an early plate from his 16-part etching series A Rake's Progress (published in 1963), inspired by his first trip to New York

     

    Is Marries an Old Maid signed by David Hockney?

    The print is signed in pencil lower left/right.

     

    How rare is David Hockney's Marries an Old Maid?

    David Hockney's Marries an Old Maid is a rare, highly desirable etching and aquatint with a limited edition of 50 TP, part of A Rake's Progress eteching series.

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Marries an Old Maid privately?

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

     

    How much is David Hockney'sMarries an Old Maid 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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