The artwork “Portrait of George Dyer Riding a Bicycle” was created by Francis Bacon in 1966 and belongs to the Expressionism movement. It is a portrait with dimensions of approximately 198 by 147 centimeters. As an expressionist work, it communicates subjective emotions and perspectives, rather than striving for realism.
In this artwork, the subject, presumed to be George Dyer, is depicted in motion, riding a bicycle. The artwork is characterized by a palette of deep and earthy tones set against a predominantly dark background. Bacon’s signature style is evident in the distortions and deformations of the figure, which suggest a sense of movement and provide an intense, emotional expression. The brushwork is vigorous and the composition dynamic, capturing not only the physicality of the subject but also an emotional undercurrent that is typical of Bacon’s work.
