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  • David Hockney Number One Chair

    David Hockney Number One Chair (M.C.A.T 287)

    Number One Chair (1984) is a signed lithograph by David Hockney from his experimental Moving Focus series. In this body of work, Hockney reimagines everyday objects as central subjects, using them to explore perception, space, and visual experience. The humble chair—one of his recurring motifs, becomes the primary focus, as seen in related works such as Two Pembroke Chairs and The Perspective Lesson. Through bold colour, shifting perspectives, and layered composition, Hockney transforms a familiar domestic object into a dynamic visual statement, demonstrating how even the simplest forms can carry narrative and expressive significance.

     

    Artist: David Hockney
    Title: Number One Chair 
    Year: 1985-6
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo, David Hockney Prints 1954–1977: A Catalogue Raisonné, (M.C.A.T. 287)
    Medium: Lithograph 8 aluminum plates
    Edition:  Edition of 60 TP, signed and numbered in pencil lower right/left
    Size: 55.9 x 47.6 cm (22 x 18.8 inches)
    Printer: Roger Cambell and Lee Funderburg
    Publisher: Tyler Graphics Ltd. 1986

     

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  • About David Hockney Number One Chair

    In Number One Chair, David Hockney centres the composition on a wicker chair adorned with a soft pink cushion decorated with a delicate floral pattern. The image evokes a sense of domestic comfort, suggesting a quiet interior or garden setting. However, this apparent simplicity is disrupted by the treatment of space. The floor beneath the chair is constructed from intersecting diagonal lines, forming fragmented planes that appear to tilt and shift. This arrangement enlarges and destabilises the chair, giving it a commanding presence within the composition. In the background, smaller chairs are sketched in monochrome using simple linear outlines, receding into the distance. The contrast between these subdued forms and the vibrant central chair enhances the sense of depth, movement, and visual hierarchy within the image.

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    Edition Notes:

    Number One Chair, was published in an edition of 60 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 Number One Chair 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 Number One Chair, 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 Number One Chair David Hockney's first print?

    No, Number One Chair is not David Hockney's first print; it is a key lithograph from his Moving Focus series. 

     

    Is Number One Chair  signed by David Hockney?

    The print is signed in pencil lower right.

     

    How rare is David Hockney's Number One Chair ?

    David Hockney's  Number One Chair  is a rare, highly desirable lithograph with a limited edition of 60 TP.

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Number One Chair privately?

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

     

    How much is David Hockney's Number One Chair 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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