Three Studies of Isabel Rawsthorne (on a light background) 1965

"Three Studies of Isabel Rawsthorne (on a light background)" (1965) by Francis Bacon depicts the British socialite and artist Isabel Rawsthorne in three different views. This triptych, a form of art in which three panels are joined, is typical of Bacon's style, with distorted figures and a heavy emphasis on the human form, often rendered in a fragmented, almost grotesque manner. The brushstrokes are thick and visible, creating a sense of immediacy and rawness. This artwork is a testament to Bacon's powerful expressionism and exploration of the human condition.