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Francis Bacon

Irish-born British figurative painter (1909-1992) · Ireland · Artists · Died at 82

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Francis Bacon was an Irish-born British figurative painter known for his emotionally charged raw imagery, fixation on personal motifs, and heavy experimentation. At the age of sixteen Bacon left his home in rural Ireland to try his luck in London.

Awards

Rubenspreis1967

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Father: Capt. Anthony Edward Mortimer Bacon

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Francis Bacon was an Irish-born British figurative painter known for his emotionally charged raw imagery, fixation on personal motifs, and heavy experimentation. At the age of sixteen Bacon left his home in rural Ireland to try his luck in London. Follow his eventful journey to become one of Britain's most acclaimed artists.

Country
Ireland
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1909 to 1992 · aged 82

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