Three Studies of Isabel Rawsthorne (on a green background) 1966

Francis Bacon's "Three Studies of Isabel Rawsthorne (on a green background)" is a triptych portrait of the artist's muse, Isabel Rawsthorne, painted in 1966. The three panels show Rawsthorne's face from different angles, with a focus on her intense, expressive eyes. Bacon's signature style of bold, gestural brushstrokes and fragmented, distorted figures is on full display in this work, creating a sense of emotional intensity and psychological depth. The green background further enhances the feeling of unease and isolation. This artwork is considered to be a key example of Bacon's portraiture and an exploration of the human condition.