One of the most influential figures of the art world, Hockney was famous for works such as “A Bigger Splash,” depicting modernist architecture and a glinting swimming pool in Los Angeles.

Describing the iconic painter as 'one of the most important figures in contemporary art in both the 20th and 21st centuries,' his publicist Erica Bolton said in a statement that he had "passed away peacefully at home" in London on Thursday.

David Hockney, one of the most influential contemporary British artists of the 20th and 21s centuries, has passed away

British artist David Hockney, considered one of the most influential and defining figures in contemporary art, whose paintings captured the world in brilliant colour, has died aged 88

British artist David Hockney, considered one of the most influential and defining figures in contemporary art, whose paintings captured the world in brilliant colour, has died aged 88

Considered a superstar of pop art, the UK painter was one of the world's most influential artists during his lifetime.

The Englishman produced paintings, photo collections, stage design and more throughout his highly-successful career.

Artist David Hockney has died.