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    David Hockney Receiving The Inheritance (M.C.A.T 13)

    Receiving the Inheritance is one of the early plates from A Rake’s Progress (1961–63), the celebrated series of sixteen etchings by David Hockney. Inspired by the narrative cycle A Rake’s Progress by William Hogarth, Hockney reimagines the eighteenth-century moral tale through the lens of a young artist navigating life in New York City. The series loosely reflects Hockney’s own experiences after travelling to the city in 1961. While retaining elements of Hogarth’s narrative structure, Hockney transforms the story into a modern, semi-autobiographical exploration of ambition, financial struggle, and identity, particularly within the context of a young gay artist seeking recognition.

     

    Artist: David Hockney
    Title: Receiving the Inheritance 
    Year: 1963
    Catalogue Raisonné:     Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo, David Hockney Prints 1954–1977: A Catalogue Raisonné, (M.C.A.T. 13)
    Medium: Etching 1 zinc plates
    Edition:  Edition of 50 TP, signed and numbered in pencil lower right/left
    Size: 49 x 61cm (19.2 x 24 inches)
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  • About David Hockney Receiving The Inheritance

    In Receiving the Inheritance, Hockney presents a scene that most closely echoes Hogarth’s original storyline, where the protagonist receives sudden wealth. In Hockney’s reinterpretation, however, the “inheritance” refers not to family fortune but to money earned through selling prints. The central figure, recognisable by his angular jawline and large glasses, resembles the protagonist introduced in The Arrival, suggesting a continuing narrative thread across the series. Opposite him sits a moustached figure widely believed to represent William S. Lieberman, the curator of drawings and prints at the Museum of Modern Art who purchased early works by Hockney. Through symbolic elements such as floating dollar signs, stark lines, and flashes of red, Hockney transforms a seemingly simple transaction into a poignant reflection on artistic ambition, financial precarity, and the emotional distance experienced by young artists in early-1960s New York.

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    Edition Notes: 

    Receiving the Inheritance 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 Receiving the Inheritance, 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 Receiving the Inheritance, 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 Receiving the Inheritance David Hockney's first print?

    Receiving the Inheritance (1961–63) is not David Hockney's absolute first print, but it is part of his first major print suite, A Rake's Progress. It represents his semi-autobiographical arrival in New York, with the "inheritance" being money earned from selling early etchings.

     

    Is Receiving the Inheritance signed by David Hockney?

    The print is signed in pencil lower left/right.

     

    How rare is David Hockney's Receiving the Inheritance?

    David Hockney's Receiving the Inheritance is a highly rare, highly desirable etching and aquatint with a limited edition of 50 TP,

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Receiving the Inheritance privately?

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

     

    How much is David Hockney's Receiving the Inheritance 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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