David Hockney is one of the most influential British artists, renowned for his contributions to the pop art movement and his vibrant depictions of California landscapes and swimming pools.
Major Auction Houses:
Christie’s: Hockney’s works have achieved significant results, with pieces like “The Splash” selling for £23.1 million in February 2020.
Sotheby’s: His painting “Pacific Coast Highway and Santa Monica” sold for $28.5 million in May 2018.
Prestigious Galleries:
Tate Britain, London: Hosted a comprehensive retrospective of Hockney’s work in 2017.
Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA): Features Hockney’s
“Mulholland Drive: The Road to the Studio” in its permanent collection.
Notable Collectors:
Hockney’s works are held by prominent collectors, including British businessman David Ross and American entertainment executive David Geffen.
Record Sale:
“Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures)” sold for $90.3 million at Christie’s in November 2018, setting a record for a living artist at that time.
Alan Davie was a Scottish painter and musician, celebrated for his vibrant abstract paintings that often incorporate symbols and improvisational techniques.
Major Auction Houses:
Bonhams: Davie’s “Bird Singing” sold for £62,500 in November 2016.
Christie’s: His painting “Black Mirror” achieved £87,500 in June 2015.
Prestigious Galleries:
Tate Britain, London: Holds a collection of Davie’s works.
Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice: Features Davie’s paintings in its permanent collection.
Notable Collectors:
Davie’s works were collected by art patron Peggy Guggenheim and British collector Andrew McIntosh Patrick.
Record Sale:
“Fish God” sold for £1.2 million at Sotheby’s in June 2014.
