Portrait of Henrietta Moraes 1969

Francis Bacon's "Portrait of Henrietta Moraes" is a striking portrait of the socialite and model Henrietta Moraes from 1969. The work features Moraes's face in profile, rendered in Bacon's signature style of thick impasto and gestural brushstrokes, against a vibrant orange background. The painting exemplifies Bacon's exploration of human vulnerability and the raw emotional intensity that defines his works. The composition emphasizes the distortion of the figure, capturing the essence of Moraes's presence and her place within the cultural milieu of 1960s London. The vibrant colors and bold strokes contribute to a sense of raw emotion and fragility, highlighting Bacon's exploration of the human condition.