" Hockney on Photography " Vintage 1988 First Edition David Hockney Large Hardcover Pop Art Book

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This " Hockney on Photography : Conversations with Paul Joyce " rare vintage 1988 first edition lithograph print David Hockney … more This " Hockney on Photography : Conversations with Paul Joyce " rare vintage 1988 first edition lithograph print David Hockney large hardcover Pop Art book is a very special and unique book to add to your library collection.

The 1st United States edition hardcover book with gold tone foil embossed spine titles, and dust jacket is published by Harmony Books a division of Crown Publishers Inc. New York, printed in Spain in 1994.

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 and his work extend the boundaries of conventional photography. He is as articulate as he is talented, in this impressive book he sheds light on his journey into photography and the effect the medium has had on his paintings, graphic designs, and stage sets. In these witty and compelling conversations with filmmaker and friend Paul Joyce, Hockney recalls the beginning of his interest in photography, and how what started as an experiment evolved into a bold new art form.

Beautifully illustrated with the artist's work as well as reproductions of well-known paintings and photographs that illuminate his points, this wonderful volume provides rare insight into the thought process and working life of one of our most celebrated and acclaimed Contemporary artists.

The rare out of print 1st edition large format Pop Art book measures 11" W X 12" H X 7/8" D, with 192 pages. It features 105 offset lithograph print illustrations.

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