The artwork, titled “Susie”, was created by Lucian Freud between the years 1988 and 1989. It is an oil-on-canvas painting, measuring 56.5 x 52 cm, and falls within the genre of portraiture. This piece is associated with the Expressionism movement and is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a close-up portrait of a woman, laying on her side with her eyes closed. The figure is rendered in Freud’s characteristic style, emphasizing the texture and nuances of the skin through the thick application of paint. The subject’s hair, a vibrant blond, contrasts against the darker tones of her clothing and the muted background. The intimate pose and detailed execution draw the viewer’s attention to the serene and introspective quality of the moment captured by Freud.
