The artwork titled “Naked Girl” by Lucian Freud, created in 1985, is an oil painting on canvas. Belonging to the Expressionism movement, this piece measures 71 x 81 cm and falls within the genre of nude painting (nu). It is currently housed in a private collection.
The artwork portrays a nude woman reclining on a bed, captured in an intimate and vulnerable pose. Her body is rendered with a raw and honest depiction of the human form, showcasing Freud’s distinctive style characterized by thick, textured brushstrokes and a somber color palette. The subtle play of light and shadow accentuates the contours of her body, imbuing the painting with a sense of depth and reality. The subdued background and minimalistic setting draw the viewer’s attention to the central figure, emphasizing her solitary presence.
