This poster was created for the ground breaking 2019 exhibition in Seoul, South Korea.
Beautifully printed on heavy stock paper, this image is 'Mr and Mrs Clark and Percy' which Hockney created in 1970-1971. This poster is conservation framed using anti reflective anti UV glass.
"Mr and Mrs Clark and Percy" was completed in 1971, depicts the British fashion designer Ossie Clark and his wife, fabric designer Celia Birtwell, along with their white cat named Percy. The painting is regarded as one of Hockney's most iconic works and an important representation of the 1970s British pop art movement.
The painting portrays Ossie and Celia in their fashionable and stylish home in London's Notting Hill Gate area. The couple is shown in their bedroom, which is flooded with natural light. Ossie Clark is seated in a chair with a relaxed posture, while Celia stands beside him with one hand on her hip. Both figures exude a sense of fashion and elegance, reflecting their status as fashion icons of the time.
The attention to detail in the painting is remarkable, and Hockney's use of vibrant colors and intricate patterns showcases his unique style. The composition and arrangement of the figures and objects in the room reveal Hockney's careful planning and meticulous approach to his work.
One striking aspect of the painting is the inclusion of the couple's cat, Percy, who sits on Ossie's lap. Percy's presence adds a touch of whimsy to the composition and humanizes the subjects, offering a glimpse into their personal lives and the intimacy of their relationship.
"Mr and Mrs Clark and Percy" captures a specific moment in time and provides insight into the social and cultural milieu of the 1970s. The painting has become an emblematic representation of the era's fashion, lifestyle, and artistic expression.
Today, "Mr and Mrs Clark and Percy" is part of the Tate collection and is displayed at Tate Britain in London. It remains one of David Hockney's most celebrated and beloved works, celebrated for its artistic brilliance and its ability to capture the spirit of an iconic couple and an era of British cultural history.