Annabel, portrait III 1987

"Annabel, Portrait III" (1987) is a portrait by British artist Lucian Freud, known for his intensely realistic and often unflinching depictions of the human figure. The painting captures the intimate and raw essence of its subject, Annabel, a close friend of Freud's. The focus on the subject's head, with the details of the skin, hair, and clothing rendered with a striking fidelity, is characteristic of Freud's signature style. The intimate scale of the work enhances the viewer's engagement with Annabel's gaze, which is both direct and introspective.