The artwork, entitled “Study After Titian II,” was created by Frank Auerbach in 1965. It is an oil painting on canvas belonging to the Expressionism art movement. Classified as a sketch and study as well as a history painting, this piece is currently housed at the Tate Modern in London, UK.
“Study After Titian II” features an exuberant display of dynamic brushstrokes, characterized by thick layers of oil paint applied to the canvas. The composition exhibits a dense mesh of textured forms, primarily in earthy tones with splashes of vivid red, blue, and white. The vigorous and almost chaotic arrangement of colors and shapes conveys raw energy and emotion, typical of the Expressionist style. The merging and overlapping of the pigments suggest a sense of movement, evoking an abstract yet profound contemplation of the subject matter.