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Francis Bacon — Study of Red Pope 1962, 2nd Version 1971
Francis Bacon

Study of Red Pope 1962, 2nd Version 1971

1971

A haunting abstract portrait study based on a papal figure, characterized by distorted forms and dark, intense coloration. The 1971 version demonstrates Bacon's mature expressionist style and psychological intensity.

Medium
oil on canvas
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Contemporary Evening Auction

May 19, 2022

Estimate: $40,000,000 – $60,000,000

Lot 115

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Francis Bacon, Study of Red Pope 1962, 2nd Version 1971, 1971

A haunting abstract portrait study based on a papal figure, characterized by distorted forms and dark, intense coloration. The 1971 version demonstrates Bacon's mature expressionist style and psychological intensity.

Medium
oil on canvas
Year
1971
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

1971, Distorted Form, Pope, Portrait, Francis Bacon, Figurative

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Sebastián In Situ, Sebastián Naranjo