Portrait of a Young Man 1944

Lucian Freud's "Portrait of a Young Man" (1944) is a striking example of his early work, executed in pencil on paper. The piece is a detailed rendering of a young man's face, with his hand resting on his cheek, and his gaze directed straight at the viewer. The meticulous detail and realistic portrayal are characteristic of Freud's style, which often focused on the human figure and its psychological complexity. The subject’s contemplative expression and the artist's masterful use of light and shadow create a sense of intimacy and realism.