Studies of George Dyer and Isabel Rawsthorne 1970

This diptych, created in 1970 by the renowned artist Francis Bacon, depicts two prominent figures from Bacon's life: George Dyer, a man he frequently depicted, and Isabel Rawsthorne, his muse and lover. The work is characterized by Bacon's signature style, a distorted and emotionally charged portrayal of the human form, employing thick impasto and bold brushstrokes. Bacon's subjects are rendered with a raw intensity, capturing the essence of their vulnerability and the complex dynamics of their relationship. This work, through its disfiguring treatment of the human form, exemplifies the psychological and emotional intensity that became a hallmark of Bacon's artistic practice.