THE ARRIVAL OF SPRING IN WOLDGATE, 2 JUNE, 2011: Signed iPad print by David Hockney

  • The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, 2nd June, 2011, signed ipad print by David Hockney

    The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, 2nd June, 2011

    iPad drawing printed on paper
    55in x 41.5 In, Edition of 25
    ©David Hockney
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    The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate, 2 June 2011 marks the final drawing in David Hockney’s Arrival of Spring in Woldgate series, capturing the landscape at the point where spring gives way to early summer. The composition returns to a familiar structure seen throughout the series, with a pale sandy path running through the centre of a now fully developed woodland. Dense green foliage fills both sides of the scene, with trees in full leaf creating a rich canopy. In the foreground, a small architectural remnant appears to the left, while clusters of white flowers emerge on the right, signalling the transition into a new season.
     
    This work was included in a major group sale of Arrival of Spring in Woldgate drawings at Sotheby’s in October 2025, where it exceeded its high estimate and achieved one of the strongest results among the regular-size editions. Rather than cooling the market, the sale reinforced demand for the series and contributed to renewed collector confidence. A full breakdown of the auction and its wider impact can be found in our Sotheby’s auction analysis.
     
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  • "Until I saw my drawings replayed on the iPad, I’d never seen myself draw." 

     

    - David Hockney

    The market for The Arrival of Spring in Woldgate attracts both established David Hockney collectors and newer buyers, drawn by the series’ recognisable visual language, accessibility, and strong international profile. Early interest was often driven by personal connection, but the series is now increasingly viewed as a stable and credible investment, supported by a broad global collector base, consistent dealer activity, and sustained demand across both private and public sales channels. This combination of engagement and market participation has positioned the series as one of the most resilient areas of Hockney’s contemporary print market. For a deeper insight into these dynamics, you can explore our Hockney market analysis.
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