“Figures in a Garden” is an oil on canvas painting created by the artist Francis Bacon in 1936. The artwork is associated with the Expressionism art movement and belongs to the figurative genre. It is currently housed in Tate Britain, London, UK.
The artwork presents a mysterious, somewhat unsettling scene in a garden. Dominated by a central figure that appears fragmented and distorted, possibly a representation of a human figure or a statue, the composition conveys an intense emotional atmosphere. Elements of the garden, such as the twisted trees and abstract background, are rendered in a style that emphasizes mood over realism. The figure’s dark, almost grotesque form contrasts with the garden’s lush surroundings, creating a tension that is characteristic of Bacon’s expressionist approach. The use of vivid yet somber colors further enhances the painting’s evocative and somewhat foreboding quality.