David Hockney: Bradford's artistic genius who painted the things he loved

BBC Arts Friday 12 June 2026, 09:52 UTC 1 min read

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The flamboyant Yorkshireman, routinely described as Britain's greatest artist, has died aged 88.

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David Hockney: Bradford's artistic genius who painted the things he loved

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