David Hockney. A Chronology. 40th Ed.

Love David Hockney’s painting so a no brander for me absolutely beautiful book. All his work in one fabulous book

An illustrated overview of the vast body of work by one of the most popular artists of the modern era – 5 StarsWith over five hundred pages, and illustrations galore, this book offers an incredibly inexpensive way to get a feel for Hockney’s extensive body of work. After a brief introduction, we follow Hockney’s career in chronological order from his mid-teens through to 2016 and the approach of his eightieth birthday.What I felt this book does really well is not only to show how productive Hockney is as an artist, but also to put the sheer size of some of his pieces of art in context. It’s all very well to be given the measurements of a painting, or print (and this book certainly includes those details, and more), but the in-gallery/exhibition photos really help to put this into perspective, whilst those taken in various studios also give a feel for how the artist works. Along-side this, the chronological presentation shows not only how Hockney has grown as an artist, but also when those changes occurred and an insight into what inspired and informed them.Overall: A gorgeous book to browse through - it always makes me smile.

I am a fan of David Hockney so this book was an absolute pleasure to read. Taschen make books affordable for art lovers and the quality is also good.

A terrific chronology or anthology of Hockney’s work and career as an artist, with a good array of quality prints of Hockney’s work. However, I would partner this with a different book that gets under the skin of why and how he works to get a more 360 sense of the artist and the man, eg, ‘Spring cannot be cancelled’ and ‘A Yorkshire Sketchbook’.

Superb book of high quality printing

A good variety of pictures spanning a lifetime producing ground-breaking art.

Beautiful book! Great imagery, so many paintings and drawing that I had never seen before

Arrived damaged

"David Hockney: A Chronology" is a fascinating and richly detailed exploration of one of the most influential artists of our time. This comprehensive book meticulously traces Hockney's life and career, offering readers a chronological journey through his artistic evolution and personal milestones.The book is beautifully designed, featuring a wealth of photographs, sketches, and reproductions of Hockney's work that vividly illustrate his creative process and the development of his distinctive style. Each chapter provides insightful commentary on key periods in Hockney's life, from his early years and rise to fame to his later experiments with technology and digital art.What makes "David Hockney: A Chronology" particularly engaging is its balance of biographical narrative and visual content. The detailed timeline is interspersed with personal anecdotes, letters, and interviews that offer an intimate glimpse into Hockney's world. This approach not only highlights his achievements but also reveals the influences and experiences that have shaped his work.For art enthusiasts and admirers of Hockney, this book is an invaluable resource that captures the essence of his enduring impact on the art world. I highly recommend "David Hockney: A Chronology" to anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of this remarkable artist's life and legacy. It's a compelling and visually stunning tribute to Hockney's extraordinary career.

Um pouco amassada a ponta da capa

x chi ama david hokney il giusto compromesso x nn spendere troppi soldi ( the bigher book va sui 230€! sob).

Excellent and inspiring book!!! Can't say as much for the condition of the book when it arrived, but that's hardly Hockney's fault

Highly recommendable. Great price for a beautiful book.