David Hockney // Computer Drawings: Auction and Private Sales

  • David Hockney’s Computer Drawings, represent a significant development in the artist’s digital practice, expanding his exploration of technology as a...

    MARGARET HOCKNEY, 2008

    Computer Drawing Printed by Inkjet

    49" x 33.5"

    Edition of 12

    © David Hockney.

    David Hockney’s Computer Drawings, represent a significant development in the artist’s digital practice, expanding his exploration of technology as a tool for image-making. Created using computers and tablets throughout the 2010s, these works showcase Hockney’s distinctive approach to colour, composition, and light across both portraiture and landscape.

     

    Since their release, editions from these series have consistently attracted interest from collectors and achieved strong results at auction, reflecting continued market confidence in Hockney’s digital output. This price history compiles verified auction results and private sales, providing a comprehensive reference for buyers, sellers, and researchers alike.

     

     

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    COMPUTER DRAWINGS: LANDSCAPES

    ArtworkTitleEdition, Medium and SizeSale DateLocation & CurrencySale TypeSellerSeller's PriceBuyer's PriceNotes
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Cardigan Road, Bridlington, computer drawing, 2008 David Hockney, Cardigan Road, Bridlington, 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    39.8 x 28.1 inches
    Edition of 25    		 January 18th, 2023 London (GBP) Auction Phillips London $50,377 $65,438  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Less Trees Near Warter, computer drawing, 2009 David Hockney, Less Trees Near Warter, 2009 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    93.3 x 41.9 inches
    Edition of 15    		 January 19th, 2022 London (GBP) Auction Phillips London $92,506 $120,163  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, A Bigger Green Valley, computer drawing, 2008 David Hockney, A Bigger Green Valley, 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    60.6 x 85.4 inches
    Edition of 15    		 June 15th, 2021 London (GBP) Auction Phillips London $334,482 $434,482 4 × the estimate
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Less Trees Near Warter, computer drawing, 2009 David Hockney, Less Trees Near Warter, 2009 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    92.7 x 41.5 inches
    Edition of 15    		 March 3rd, 2021 London (GBP) Auction Sotheby’s London $56,963 $73,993  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Less Trees Near Warter, computer drawing, 2009 David Hockney, Less Trees Near Warter, 2009 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    92.7 x 41.5 inches
    Edition of 15    		 September 12th, 2019 London (GBP) Auction Phillips London $49,921 $64,846  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Summer Road Near Kilham, computer drawing, 2008 David Hockney, Summer Road Near Kilham, 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    48.3 x 37 inches
    Edition of 25    		 April 25th, 2019 Vancouver (CAD) Auction Heffel Fine Art Auction House $28,102 $36,503  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Autumn Leaves, computer drawing, 2008 David Hockney, Autumn Leaves, 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    29.9 x 42.5 inches
    Edition of 25    		 March 20th, 2019 London (GBP) Auction Sotheby's London $60,921 $79,134  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Winter Near Kilham, computer drawing, 2008 David Hockney, Winter Road Near Kilham, 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    43.3 x 33.1 inches
    Edition of 25    		 June 7th, 2018 London (GBP) Auction Phillips London $28,428 $36,927  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Summer Sky, computer drawing, 2008 David Hockney, Summer Sky, 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    29.2 x 41.4 inches
    Edition of 25    		 June 7th, 2018 London (GBP) Auction Phillips London $31,012 $40,284  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Winter Near Kilham, computer drawing, 2008 David Hockney, Winter Road Near Kilham, 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    48.3 x 37 inches
    Edition of 25    		 November 28th, 2012 Paris (EUR) Auction Tajan Bought In Bought In  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Summer Sky, computer drawing, 2008 David Hockney, Summer Sky, 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    34.3 x 45.5 inches
    Edition of 25    		 November 28th, 2012 Paris (EUR) Auction Tajan Bought In Bought In  
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    COMPUTER DRAWINGS: PORTRAITS

    ArtworkTitleEdition, Medium and SizeSale DateLocation & CurrencySale TypeSellerSeller's PriceBuyer's PriceNotes
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Jamie McHale 1, computer drawing, 1989 Jamie McHale (1), 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    44.1 x 29.5 inches
    Edition of 20    		 January 28th, 2024 Japan (JPY) Auction SBI Auction $15,532 $20,175  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Paul and Margaret Hockney, computer portrait, 1989 Paul & Margaret Hockney, 2009 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    49 x 33.5 inches
    Edition of 12    		 June 29th, 2022 Paris (EUR) Auction Christie's Paris $22,352 $29,035  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Matelot Kevin Druez 2, computer portrait, 1989 Matelot Kevin Druez (2), 2009 Computer drawing in colours, printed on wove paper
    54.8 x 36.7 inches
    Edition of 30    		 April 19th, 2022 New York (USD) Auction Phillips New York $65,960 $85,680 Sold for 5× more than the estimate
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Jamie McHale 1, computer portrait, 1989 Jamie McHale (1), 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    44.1 x 29.5 inches
    Edition of 20    		 February 23rd, 2022 Korea (KRW) Auction K Auction Bought In Bought In  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Jamie McHale 1, computer portrait, 1989 Jamie McHale (1), 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    44.1 x 29.5 inches
    Edition of 20    		 November 24th, 2021 Korea (KRW) Auction K Auction Bought In Bought In  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Maurice Payne, computer portrait, 1989 Maurice Payne, 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    44 x 29.5 inches
    Edition of 12    		 April 21st, 2021 New York (USD) Auction Phillips New York $31,040 $40,320 Vastly exceeded estimate
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Michele and John Spike, computer portrait, 1989 Michelle and John Spike, 2009 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    45.3 x 30.7 inches
    Edition of 12    		 January 21st, 2020 London (GBP) Auction Forum Auctions $18,982 $24,657  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Margaret Hockney, computer portrait, 1989 Margaret Hockney, 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    44 x 29.4 inches
    Edition of 12    		 October 4th, 2018 London (GBP) Auction Phillips London $11,272 $14,642  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Dr Elizabeth Barton, computer portrait, 1989 Dr. Elizabeth Barton, 2008 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    44 x 29.2 inches
    Edition of 12    		 March 5th, 2017 Los Angeles (USD) Auction Los Angeles Modern Auctions $7,698 $10,000  
    Buy or sell David Hockney, Matelot Kevin Druez 2, computer portrait, 1989 Matelot Kevin Druez 2, 2009 Inkjet printed computer drawing
    54.7 x 36.6 inches
    Edition of 30    		 March 19th, 2014 Australia (AUD) Auction Mossgreen $8,544 $11,099 Auction house closed. 
  • *Figures use transaction-date exchange rates. Buyer's Price is inclusive of an estimated 26% buyers premium (except for South Korea results, where it is assumed to be 15%) and Sellers Prices is the Buyer's Price minus buyer's premium and estimated 3% vendors' commission. All figures are in USD. We have done our utmost to publish the most comprehensive price database, but we cannot guarantee the accuracy of all information from third-party sellers. We accept no liability for decisions made as a result of the data presented within this page and encourage you to do independent research when making purchase decisions.