Work by student Hockney sold by his tutor's family (opens original article in a new tab)

An early David Hockney artwork sold for £40,000 at auction, two days after his death, purchased by his tutor's family from a student show.

• An early 1954 mixed media artwork by David Hockney sold for £40,000 at auction
• The piece was purchased by Hockney's tutor's family from his student show
• The auction occurred two days after Hockney's death