Francis Bacon (1909-1992) - Triptych (1983) met Certificaat

Francis Bacon – Triptych (1983) with Certificate

A special limited print from the striking body of work by Francis Bacon. The depiction shows a seated, distorted human figure against an orange-red background. The strong contrast between body, shadow, and surroundings creates a claustrophobic atmosphere that is characteristic of Bacon's artistic vision.

The story

In Triptych (1983) Francis Bacon explores the human condition through distorted figures, intense colors, and a sober environment. The figures appear isolated in their space, while their stretched shadows heighten the tension of the composition. The unnatural postures and anatomical distortions emphasize the vulnerability and physicality of the human body.

The depiction aligns with Bacon's distinctive style, in which the human body is used to express psychological tension and existential uncertainty.

Reference: Martin Harrison and Rebecca Daniels (eds.), Francis Bacon: Catalogue Raisonné (2016), catalog number 83-07, Triptych (1983).

Technique: Stone-signed lithography
Dimensions: 50 × 65 cm
Edition: No. 114 of 250 copies
Paper: Handmade Privilege Cotton
Authenticity: Includes certificate of authenticity and embossing by The Shakespeare Arts

The copy is supplied with a certificate of authenticity, an embossing by The Shakespeare Arts, and manual numbering on the front.