The artwork titled “Study for Isis and Horus” was created by the artist Jenny Saville in 2011. It belongs to the Neo-Expressionism art movement and is categorized under the genre of nude figurative painting (nu).
The artwork presents an intricate and emotionally charged composition. The figures depicted seem to be a mother and child, rendered in a style that blends figuration with abstraction. The overlay of sketch-like lines and areas of a more painterly approach creates a dynamic and layered visual effect. The forms are somewhat fragmented, with the anatomical details emerging through a combination of gestural strokes and carefully modeled parts. The color palette is relatively subdued, dominated by flesh tones and occasional accents of red and gray, contributing to a raw and visceral aesthetic. The work exudes a sense of intimate connection and vulnerability, reflecting the inherent complexity of human forms and relationships.
