The artwork titled “Family” was created by Louise Bourgeois in 2007 in the United States. It belongs to the Confessional Art movement and is categorized within the genre of sketch and study.
The artwork consists of a series of twelve individual sketches arranged in a grid pattern. Each sketch is rendered in a monochromatic red and depicts intuitive, abstract representations of human figures in varying poses and compositions. The figures exhibit a raw, almost visceral sense of form and movement, with some of the silhouettes appearing blended or overlapping. Through these sketches, Bourgeois’ characteristic exploration of personal and familial themes is evident, imbued with emotional intensity and a deeply confessional tone. The use of bold, blood-red lines underscores the intimate and powerful nature of the themes being depicted.
