" David Hockney : A Drawing Retrospective " Vintage 1996 First Edition Hardcover Exhibition Art Book

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This " David Hockney : A Drawing Retrospective " rare vintage 1996 first edition hardcover collector's exhibition art book is … Read more This " David Hockney : A Drawing Retrospective " rare vintage 1996 first edition hardcover collector's exhibition art book is a very special and unique book to add to your library collection.

The hardcover art book with embossed cover and spine titles, and dust jacket is published by Chronicle Books, San Francisco. printed in Great Britain in 1996 on the occasion of the exhibition.

David Hockney ( B. 1937 ) is an English painter, draftsman, printmaker, stage designer, and photographer. He is an important contributor to The Pop Art Movement of the 1960's. He is considered one of the most influential British artists of The 20th Century. His artworks have commanded greater popular acclaim than any other Contemporary British artist. The Pop Art Expressionist style artworks have been the subject of more than 400 solo exhibitions. Art works by Hockney are included in the collections of many of the world's most prestigious museums.

" David Hockney : A Drawing Retrospective " this special volume brings together for the first time an exciting selection of Hockney's work on paper in sketchbooks, presenting many drawings that had never been reproduced before - including several from the artist's personal collection. Spanning his entire career, from 1954 to the time of publishing, these images show how drawing lies at the very heart of Hockney's work, a fundamental aspect of his graphic approach to every medium.

Authoritative essays by curators Ulrich Luckhard and Paul Melia examine the artist's skills as a draftsman, presenting a chronological view of his evolving style and technique, and placing the drawings in the context of his work as a whole, as one of the most important artists of The Twentieth Century.

The rare out of print 1st edition hardcover exhibition art book measures 9 1/2" W X 11 3/4" H X 1" D, with 296 pages. It features 219 illustrations, and is completed with biographical notes.

It is in excellent vintage condition, consistent with age, use, light signs of handling, and light wear. Please see photos for condition reference. It is now being offered here for an excellent price. See less