#francis-bacon tag

Gagosian chooses Paris location to present three important late paintings by Francis Bacon

Three late paintings by Francis Bacon will be exhibited in Paris, showcasing his significant connection to the city and his artistic evolution.

Arts

fromwww.theguardian.com

1 month ago

A great artist on paper: why Lucian Freud's magical drawings are the key to his major works

Lucian Freud used drawing as a versatile exploratory tool that transformed his painting practice after admiring Francis Bacon.

Books

fromwww.theguardian.com

3 months ago

Turner's mother's frustration and a memorable brush with Bacon | Letters

Mary Turner’s mental distress intensified by poverty and domestic instability; Turner found refuge with his uncle and developed lifelong cultured friendships.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

5 months ago

Francis Bacon's Paris pad honoured with plaque

Artist Francis Bacon is known for his hell-raising antics in London, but the Dublin-born painter also had a soft spot for Paris. Following his hit exhibition at the Grand Palais in 1971 he took a a small studio apartment in the French capital. During this time Michael Peppiatt, the UK art historian who wrote Francis Bacon in Your Blood (2015), was his guide to the French capital, helping him navigate the City of Lights.

Arts

Renovation

fromIndependent

7 months ago

'An obtrusive feature' - An Coimisiun Pleanala issues split decision over unauthorised works on tech tycoon's 3m mansion

Mark Roden's company sought retention for unauthorized building works on the historically significant Straffan Lodge.

Philosophy

fromThe Conversation

7 months ago

Francis Bacon's Essays explore the darker side of human nature. 400 years on, they still instruct and unnerve

Bacon's Essays have been continuously published since 1625, illustrating his profound impact on language and thought.