Head I (1948) by Francis Bacon

Head I - Francis Bacon - 1948

Artwork Information

TitleHead I
ArtistFrancis Bacon
Date1948
Dimensions103 x 75 cm
Art MovementExpressionism

About Head I

The artwork, titled “Head I,” is a piece by Francis Bacon, created in 1948. It belongs to the Expressionism movement and is part of a figurative genre. The dimensions of the artwork are 103 x 75 cm, and it is part of the “Head” series.

In “Head I,” Francis Bacon presents a haunting and emotionally charged image. Dominating the composition is a deformed and fragmented human figure, its head tilted back with an open mouth, evoking a sense of agony or primal scream. The figure is rendered with distorted features, set against a stark, dark background that emphasizes its isolation and turbulence. Linear elements intersect the composition, creating a sense of confinement or entrapment. The expressive brushstrokes and palpable texture of the paint contribute to the intensity, suggesting themes of existential despair and the fragility of the human condition. This artwork encapsulates Bacon’s ability to convey profound psychological and visceral depth through his distinctive, raw style.

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