“Composition (Figure)” by Francis Bacon, created in 1933, is a work of expressionist art executed with gouache, pastel, and ink on paper. This figurative piece, measuring 53 x 38 cm, belongs to a private collection.
The artwork portrays an abstract human figure set against a dark, ambiguous background. The figure, seemingly in motion, appears fragmented and distorted, characteristic of Bacon’s early expressionist style. Strong, angular lines and contrasting colors imbue the piece with an intense emotional quality, reflecting themes of isolation and existential angst. The presence of both defined and obscured elements suggests a struggle between visibility and obscurity, inviting viewers to contemplate the fragmented nature of human existence.
