The artwork titled “Studies of George Dyer and Isabel Rawsthorne” was created by Francis Bacon in 1970. This piece belongs to the Expressionism art movement and is categorized as a sketch and study.
The artwork consists of two separate, yet complementary, sketches, portraying George Dyer and Isabel Rawsthorne. Both subjects are depicted with distorted and fragmented features, representative of Bacon’s distinctive style. The use of harsh, sweeping brushstrokes and a dark and muted color palette contributes to the unsettling yet compelling atmosphere of the work. Despite the deformation of facial features, the emotions conveyed are palpable, with a blend of anguish, introspection, and vulnerability. The technique emphasizes the inner psychological states of the subjects, aligning well with the expressionist genre.