David Hockney Tray from the Serpentine Gallery Shop
Sold out: the Serpentine Galleries shop listed this tray as sold out when I checked on 11 October 2026, and the exhibition it was made for closed on 23 August 2026. For other Hockney pieces, see the A Year in Normandie tray in our gifts under £50 guide, the Hockney Water Lilies ashtray edition and our review of the Serpentine show.
Last updated: 11 October 2026
This David Hockney tray is a melamine serving tray printed with his 2025 painting Abstraction Resting on a Red and White Checkered Tablecloth. It was sold by the Serpentine Galleries shop for £40, and on 11 October 2026 the shop listed it as sold out. The painting was part of Hockney's exhibition at Serpentine North, which ran from 12 March to 23 August 2026.
What the David Hockney tray shows
The David Hockney tray reproduces one of the 2025 still life paintings he made for the Serpentine exhibition. The original work, Abstraction Resting on a Red and White Checkered Tablecloth, is an acrylic on canvas that blends figurative and abstract elements. Hockney's gingham tablecloth motif ran through all ten new paintings in the show.
It's made from melamine, which means it's lightweight, durable, and easy to clean. It is practical enough to use for serving drinks or breakfast, while looking good enough to prop up on a shelf as a standalone piece.
Who the tray suits
If you know someone who loves contemporary art, British culture, or simply appreciates a kitchen item that sparks conversation, this is a thoughtful pick. It also works well as a memento of the Hockney exhibition at Serpentine North, which ran until 23 August 2026.
The tray cost £40. If you want a Hockney piece at a similar price now, try the A Year in Normandie tray in our gifts under £50 guide.
About the Exhibition
The tray was made for David Hockney: A Year in Normandie and Some Other Thoughts about Painting, which ran at Serpentine North from 12 March to 23 August 2026. The show had ten new paintings alongside Hockney's monumental 90-metre iPad frieze, A Year in Normandie, shown in London for the first time. Admission was free. The exhibition page is still on the Serpentine website.
Key Details
Product: Abstraction Resting on a Red and White Checkered Tablecloth Tray
Artist: David Hockney
Material: Melamine
Price: £40, sold out on 11 October 2026
Sold by: Serpentine Galleries Shop
Shipping: UK and international. VAT included at checkout. Customers outside the UK may face import duties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the David Hockney tray dishwasher safe?
Melamine trays are generally safe for hand washing. However, Serpentine doesn't specify dishwasher compatibility on the listing, so hand washing is the safest bet if you want to preserve the print quality over time.
Can I still buy this tray?
Not at the moment. The Serpentine Galleries shop listed it as sold out when I checked on 11 October 2026. The other Hockney pieces on CoolCuration are the Water Lilies ashtray edition and the A Year in Normandie tray in our gifts under £50 guide.
Will the tray come back into stock?
The Serpentine has not said. It was made for a show that closed on 23 August 2026, so I would not count on a restock.
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