The artwork titled “Seated Figure” was created by Frank Auerbach in 1966. This screenprint, representative of the Expressionism art movement, is a figurative piece currently housed in Tate Britain, London, UK.
The artwork depicts a seated human figure delineated in bold red lines against a predominantly black background. The form of the figure is abstract and expressive, characteristic of Auerbach’s technique, with the contours captured in an intense, gestural manner. The red lines add a dynamic quality and a sense of raw immediacy to the composition, capturing the essence and movement of the seated figure rather than focusing on detailed realism. The date “1966” is marked distinctly on the lower left, grounding the piece in its historical context. The stark contrast between the vibrant red and deep black evokes a powerful emotional resonance, emphasizing the figure’s presence and the artist’s emotive intent.