Excessivism

Head of Paula Eyles (1972) by Frank Auerbach

“The artwork titled ‘Head of Paula Eyles,’ created by Frank Auerbach in 1972, belongs to the Expressionism and Excessivism movements. Classified as a portrait genre, this piece exemplifies Auerbach’s unique approach to portraiture, characterized by an intense and impasto-laden style. The artwork is a powerful depiction rendered through thick, almost sculptural applications of paint. The …

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Three Studies for Figures at the Base of a Crucifixion (2nd version) (1988) by Francis Bacon

“Three Studies for Figures at the Base of a Crucifixion (2nd version)” is a painting by Francis Bacon, created in 1988 and associated with the art movement known as Excessivism. The artwork falls into the genre of sketch and study. The artwork consists of three panels, each featuring distorted, surreal figures set against a stark, …

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