Two Men (1987 – 1988) by Lucian Freud

Two Men - Lucian Freud - 1987 - 1988

Artwork Information

TitleTwo Men
ArtistLucian Freud
Date1987 - 1988
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions75 x 106.7 cm
Art MovementExpressionism
Current LocationScottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh, UK

About Two Men

The artwork titled “Two Men,” created by the esteemed artist Lucian Freud, dates back to 1987 – 1988. This piece, executed in oil on canvas, falls under the Expressionism art movement and is categorized within the genre of genre painting. With its dimensions of 75 x 106.7 cm, the artwork is housed in the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art in Edinburgh, UK.

In the artwork, two male figures are depicted lying closely together on what appears to be a bed or a similar surface. The composition strikes a poignant balance between the lifelike rendering of the individuals and the raw, expressive brushstrokes characteristic of Freud’s style. One man is portrayed nude, lying face down, displaying a sense of vulnerability and tranquility through his relaxed pose. The other man, partially clothed in a blue shirt and black trousers, lies on his back with one hand gently resting on his chest and his other hand near the hip of the nude figure. The stark contrast in their states of dress and the intimate positioning of their bodies suggest a complex and introspective narrative. The detailed texture of their skin, alongside the deliberate, rough brushstrokes, encapsulates Freud’s profound ability to convey human emotion and physicality with unflinching honesty and intensity.

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