Seated Figure (1978) by Francis Bacon

Seated Figure - Francis Bacon - 1978

Artwork Information

TitleSeated Figure
ArtistFrancis Bacon
Date1978
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions198 x 147 cm
Art MovementExpressionism
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Seated Figure

The artwork titled “Seated Figure,” created by Francis Bacon in 1978, is an expressionist oil painting on canvas measuring 198 x 147 cm. This genre painting resides within a private collection.

In the artwork, a figure is depicted seated and encompasses a sense of distortion and abstraction characteristic of Bacon’s style. The seated figure appears under an umbrella, with an overall ambience that evokes a sense of isolation and introspection. The background is composed of soft hues and geometric shapes, providing a contrast to the more defined yet abstracted human forms. Bacon’s use of vivid colors and exaggerated features conveys deeper emotional undertones, consistent with the principles of Expressionism. The juxtaposition of different elements within the artwork creates a complex, layered visual narrative, inviting viewers to explore the intricate emotions conveyed through the posture and environment of the seated figure.

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