DAVID HOCKNEY Portrait of Sir John Gielgud, 1979

This first edition exhibition poster by David Hockney is titled Portrait of Sir John Gielgud and is part of the Travel with Pen, Pencil and Ink series. The exhibition was held at The Fine Arts Museum in San Francisco in 1979. The artwork, created in 1970, features the distinguished British actor Sir John Gielgud and is referenced as no. 27 in Brian Baggott's catalogue.

Sir John Gielgud (1904-2000) was one of the most respected and versatile British actors of the 20th century. Renowned for his work on stage and screen, Gielgud's career spanned over eight decades. He was known for his remarkable performances in Shakespearean roles and his contributions to the theatre as a director. Gielgud won numerous awards, including an Academy Award, Tony Awards, and BAFTA Awards, making him one of the few individuals to achieve the Triple Crown of Acting.