David Hockney Detail from Cubistic Bar, 1982

Description

Artist: David Hockney
Title: Detail From Cubistic Bar
Year: 1982
Signed: No
Medium: Lithograph
Paper Size: 37.5 x 28.5 inches … more Artist: David Hockney
Title: Detail From Cubistic Bar
Year: 1982
Signed: No
Medium: Lithograph
Paper Size: 37.5 x 28.5 inches ( 95.25 x 72.39 cm )
Image Size: 30 x 26.5 inches ( 76.2 x 67.31 cm )
Edition Size: Unknown
Framed: No
Condition: A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling

Additional Details: This exhibition poster, titled Detail from Cubistic Bar, was designed by David Hockney for a 1982 exhibition of his work held at the City of London Barbican Centre for the Arts. The artwork is referenced as no. 79 in Brian Baggott's catalogue.

The Cubistic Bar is a visual exploration inspired by Hockney's fascination with the Cubist movement, blending geometric shapes and vibrant colors to create a dynamic and engaging composition. This poster highlights a segment of the Cubistic Bar, featuring Hockney’s signature palm trees and geometric clouds floating in a dark sky.

The original artwork, Cubistic Bar, was part of Hockney’s broader exploration of Cubism and its applications in modern art. The set was created to serve as a backdrop for a theatrical production, showcasing Hockney’s versatility as an artist and his ability to translate his distinctive style into different mediums. less