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David Hockney — Homage to Michelangelo
David Hockney

Homage to Michelangelo

A vibrant and playful tribute to the Renaissance master, rendered in Hockney's signature bold lines and luminous color palette. The work reflects Hockney's deep admiration for Michelangelo's draftsmanship, reimagining classical forms through a distinctly modern and personal lens. Characteristic of Hockney's style, the piece balances intellectual reverence with a sense of spontaneity and joy.

🔨 Auction Lot

Evening & Day Editions

January 22, 2026

Estimate: $6,000$8,000

Sold: $9,675

Lot 17

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David Hockney, Homage to Michelangelo

A vibrant and playful tribute to the Renaissance master, rendered in Hockney's signature bold lines and luminous color palette. The work reflects Hockney's deep admiration for Michelangelo's draftsmanship, reimagining classical forms through a distinctly modern and personal lens. Characteristic of Hockney's style, the piece balances intellectual reverence with a sense of spontaneity and joy.

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Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Art History Reference, Homage Work, Renaissance Influence, Male Artist, British Artist, Celebratory Mood, Figurative Art, Contemporary Art, Living Master, Post-Modern

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Collected by

Jonathan Murray, Alex Capecelatro, Richard Caswell, Sebastián In Situ, John McNally, Hamilton Selway Gallery, Andrew P. Cooper, Lisa Rembrandt, Art Institute of Chicago, Nick Phoenix , Derek Jones