The artwork, titled “Seated Self-Portrait,” was created by Francis Bacon in 1973. It is an oil painting executed on canvas, measuring 198 by 147 centimeters and exemplifying the Expressionism movement. This artwork, belonging to the genre of self-portrait, is part of a private collection.
The painting depicts an abstract and distorted representation of a seated figure, presumed to be the artist himself. Positioned on an undulating wooden floor, the figure sits on a simplistic chair, legs crossed, with an arm resting on his knee. His face is notably deformed, a hallmark of Bacon’s style, emphasizing emotional intensity and existential angst. The background is split between a soft, pale lavender door and darker shadow, creating a contrasting atmosphere. A table with a curved leg and some papers scattered on the floor contribute to the sense of disarray and introspection in this enigmatic self-portrait.
