The artwork titled “Head of the Big Man,” created by Lucian Freud in 1975, is an oil painting on canvas that belongs to the Expressionism movement and falls within the portrait genre.
In “Head of the Big Man,” Freud presents a striking portrayal of a robust individual, predominantly focusing on the subject’s face, capturing his physical presence and character. The artist’s signature brushwork adds depth and texture, emphasizing the contours and features of the man’s visage. The use of a limited color palette and the application of thick, expressive strokes evoke a sense of raw, unfiltered emotion. Freud’s meticulous attention to detail conveys the weight and gravity of the subject, rendering a compelling and deeply human portrait.
