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    David Hockney Rue de Seine (M.C.A.T. 111)

    Rue de Seine (1972) is an intimate black-and-white etching by David Hockney depicting the interior of a Parisian apartment overlooking the historic Left Bank street. Created during a period of personal and artistic transition, the print demonstrates Hockney’s mastery of depth, light, and spatial construction within the traditional medium of etching. While widely celebrated for his sunlit Californian pool scenes, here Hockney turns inward, presenting a quiet European interior that reflects contemplation and subtle emotional nuance. The work highlights his technical precision and enduring dialogue with art history.

     

    Artist: David Hockney
    Title: Rue de Seine 
    Year: 1972
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo, David Hockney Prints 1954–1977: A Catalogue Raisonné, (M.C.A.T. 111)
    Medium: Etching
    Edition:  Edition of 500, signed and numbered
    Size: 89 x 71 (31.2 x 27.9 inches)
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  • About David Hockney Rue de Seine

    At the centre of the composition, tall balcony doors framed by heavy curtains open onto wrought-iron railings and distant Haussmann architecture. Hockney carefully reduces architectural detail in the background to enhance perspective, while a vase of tulips in the foreground teeters gently forward, anchoring the scene. The goldfish motif on the vase recalls interiors by Henri Matisse, particularly Interior with a Goldfish Bowl (1914), revealing Hockney’s continued engagement with modernist predecessors. Despite the absence of colour, subtle tonal variation evokes imagined hues and natural light. Produced shortly after the end of his relationship with Peter Schlesinger, the empty interior carries a quiet sense of isolation. Created the same year as Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures), this contemplative etching marks a striking contrast within Hockney’s 1970s oeuvre.

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    Edition Notes: 

    Rue de Seine was published in an edition of 500, 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 Rue de Seine, 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 Rue de Seine, 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 Rue de Seine David Hockney's first print?

    No, Rue de Seine is not David Hockney's first print. It is a well-known etching and aquatint created later in his career, in 1971–1972.

     

    Is Afternoon Swimming signed by David Hockney?

    The print is signed in pencil lower left/right.

     

    How rare is David Hockney's Rue de Seine?

    David Hockney's Rue de Seine  is a rare, highly desirable etching and aquatint with a limited edition of 150,

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Rue de Seine privately?

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

     

    How much is David Hockney's Rue de Seine 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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