The artwork, titled “Ali,” was created by Lucian Freud in 1974 using oil on canvas. Drawing upon the principles of Expressionism, this portrait measures 71.1 x 71.1 cm and currently resides in a private collection.
In the artwork, the viewer is presented with a seated figure gazing intently upwards. The subject dons a slightly open, white button-down shirt, and their elongated, wavy hair cascades around their shoulders. The hands are positioned at the lap, clasping what appears to be a cloth or garment. The background is minimalistic, enhancing the focus on the figure’s detailed and expressive features. Freud’s adept use of color and texture serves to capture the intricacy and depth of the human form, characteristic of his notable portraiture style.
