Francis Bacon
Francis Bacon by Andrew Brighton, published by Tate Publishing in 2013, is a revised edition consisting of 96 pages. This book explores the life and work of Francis Bacon, who became a prominent figure in modern art following the exhibition of his piece, Three Studies for Figures at the Base of a Crucifixion, in 1945. Brighton examines Bacon’s development as an artist within the context of gay and aristocratic bohemian circles in London, highlighting the interplay of ideas and values that influenced his art.
Readers will find a detailed analysis of Bacon’s working methods and techniques, which are essential to understanding the depth of his paintings. The book delves into the complexities of Bacon’s life, including his reputation for hard drinking and gambling, while revealing the beliefs and ideas that shaped his artistic vision. With a focus on art criticism and history, this edition provides insights into the individual artist’s journey and the broader European art scene, making it a valuable resource for those interested in art and its critical discourse.
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*When Three Studies for Figures at the Base of a Crucufixion was exhibited in 1945 Francis Bacon (1909 – 1992) instantly became the most controversial painter in the country. By the end of his life his status as one of the giants of modern art was established, as was his reputation for hard drinking and heavy gambling. Andrew Brighton casts fresh light on Bacon’s formation as an artist in gay and aristocratic bohemian London circles. He locates Bacon at the core of contesting ideas and values, while firmly grounding his reading of Bacon’s work in an understanding of his working methods and technique. Penetrating the seeming horror of Bacon’s painting this book reveals the ideas, the beliefs and the life that formed one of the most successful artists of the twentieth century.
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