Rimbaud (1975 – 1976) by Frank Auerbach

Rimbaud - Frank Auerbach - 1975 - 1976

Artwork Information

TitleRimbaud
ArtistFrank Auerbach
Date1975 - 1976
Mediumoil,canvas
Art MovementExpressionism
Current LocationTate Modern, London, UK

About Rimbaud

The artwork “Rimbaud” by Frank Auerbach, completed between the years of 1975 and 1976, exemplifies the striking vigor of expressionism through the medium of oil on canvas. This portrait falls into the realm of abstract art, distilling emotional intensity in an ostensibly distorted yet impactful representation. The artwork is housed within the esteemed Tate Modern in London, United Kingdom.

Turning our gaze to the artwork itself, the composition is dense with vigorous brushstrokes and a bold palette, typical of Auerbach’s style. Thick layers of paint are applied, lending a textural depth that is almost tangible. The central figure, presumably representing Rimbaud, emerges from the cacophony of colors and shapes, a beacon in the midst of a tumultuous backdrop. The portrait is abstracted, with facial features hinted at rather than fully articulated, drawing viewers into a visceral interpretation rather than a literal one. The surrounding elements appear to be in flux, as if echoing the inner turmoil or complexity of the subject. The dynamism present in the brushwork evokes movement and emotional unrest, capturing the essence of the expressionist movement’s focus on subjective experience.

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