• Hawthorn Bush in Front of a Very Old and Dying Pear Tree, 2019
    Inkjet printed on paper
    111.8 x 83.8 cm
    Edition of 35

    Hawthorn Bush in Front of a Very Old and Dying Pear Tree, 2019

    Hawthorn Bush in Front of a Very Old and Dying Pear Tree, 2019 is part of a 35-edition release from Hockney's My Normandy series. The works capture the artist's vivid interpretations of the French countryside, particularly around his home in Normandy. The collection is a celebration of nature's beauty, utilizing vibrant colors and a distinct, digital technique.
     
    Hockney's iPad paintings and drawings offer a refreshing, modern take on traditional landscapes, emphasizing the changing seasons and the tranquility of rural life. The series reflects his ongoing fascination with light, space, and perspective.
     

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  • "There are many handmade images in the digital world"

     

    - David Hockney

    Hawthorn Bush in Front of a Very Old and Dying Pear Tree, 2019 captures a serene yet poignant scene of nature's life cycle. The artwork features a flourishing hawthorn bush set against the backdrop of an aging pear tree, its gnarled branches reaching towards the sky with sparse, budding foliage.  The vibrant greens of the hawthorn contrast with the pear tree’s muted tones, symbolizing renewal amid decline. The simple yet evocative composition invites contemplation of nature’s resilience and transience, adding depth to the piece’s overall tranquility.
  • Notable Exhibitions

    David Hockney: My Normandy (2021)

    L.A. Louver, Los Angeles, USA

            

    Hockney in Normandy (2021)

    Gray Gallery, New York, USA

    David Hockney: Normandy (2021)

    Annely Juda Fine Art, London, UK

       La Grande Cour, Normandy (2019)

    Pace, New York, USA