The artwork titled “Lying Figure in Mirror,” crafted by Francis Bacon in 1971, is an oil painting on canvas belonging to the Expressionism movement. This figurative piece measures 198 by 147 cm, showcasing Bacon’s distinctive style and thematic exploration.
The artwork presents a highly abstracted and distorted human figure lying in a recumbent position. Positioned against a stark, minimalist background featuring rectangular shapes, the figure appears to be reflected in an unseen mirror, indicated by the sharp, white lines that suggest a mirror’s edge. The color palette is dominated by muted purples and grays for the figure, contrasted with a vibrant yellow foreground, invoking a sense of unease and surrealism. The composition exudes a palpable tension, characteristic of Bacon’s exploration of the human condition’s darker aspects.
