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  • Hockney Meeting The Good People (Washington)

    David Hockney Meeting the Good People (Washington) (M.C.A.T 14) 

    Meeting the Good People (Washington) is a signed and numbered etching by David Hockney from his celebrated 16-part series A Rake’s Progress (1961–63). Inspired by William Hogarth’s eighteenth-century narrative cycle, Hockney reimagines the story through a modern, semi-autobiographical lens. In his version, the ‘Rake’ becomes a young gay artist navigating life in the United States during the early 1960s. Created after Hockney’s first visit to America, the series combines personal experience with satire and symbolism. Through intricate etching and layered references, the artist reflects on ambition, identity, and cultural discovery while exploring themes of freedom, celebrity, and social power.

     

    Artist:

    David Hockney

    Title:

    Meeting the Good People (Washington)

    Year:

    1963

    Catalogue Raisonné:    

    Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo, David Hockney Prints 1954–1977: A Catalogue Raisonné, (M.C.A.T. 114)

    Medium:

    Etching, aquatint 1 zinc plates

    Edition: 

    Edition of 50 TP, signed and numbered in pencil lower right/left.

    Size:

    49.0 x 61.0 ( 19.3 x 24.0 inches)

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  • About David Hockney Meeting the Good People

    Meeting the Good People (Washington) shifts the narrative of A Rake’s Progress from New York to Washington, D.C., where Hockney’s protagonist encounters monuments celebrating key figures in American history. The composition features recognisable landmarks including the Lincoln Memorial, a statue honouring Thomas Jefferson, and the distant Washington Monument. These symbols of national pride appear elevated and haloed, suggesting reverence for historical power and authority. Nearby stands Hockney’s ‘Rake’, identifiable by his glasses and distinctive hairstyle, quietly observing the scene. The artist introduces subtle irony by juxtaposing these celebrated monuments with a questioning outsider figure. Through satire and symbolism, David Hockney reflects on ideals of democracy, hero worship, and the contradictions within American cultural identity during the twentieth century.

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    Edition Notes: 

    Meeting the Good People (Washington) 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 Meeting the Good People (Washington), 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 Meeting the Good People (Washington), 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 

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    FAQs

    Is Meeting the Good People (Washington) David Hockney's first print?

    No, Meeting the Good People (Washington) is not David Hockney's first print. It is part of one of his first notable etching series.

     

    Is Meeting the Good People (Washington) signed by David Hockney?

    The print is signed in pencil lower left/right.

     

    How rare is David Hockney's Meeting the Good People (Washington)?

    David Hockney's Meeting the Good People (Washington) is a rare, highly desirable etching and aquatint with a limited edition of 50 TP.

     

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

     

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    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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