Francis Bacon Bullfighting Mirror 1990 Abstract Version 5 Art Print

Bacon waited until the final years of his life to return to the theme of bullfighting, creating this 1990 distillation of movement and mortality. In this composition, a circular sandy arena sits suspended against a searing orange field, drawing the eye toward a distorted central figure and a charging beast.

About Francis Bacon

Francis Bacon (1909–1992) was an Irish-born British painter known for raw, distorted figures. Bacon’s work is dramatic and unsettling, and it remains a landmark of post-war painting. An abstract print sets a mood through colour and is easy to pair with furniture and textiles. The original image dates from 1990.

Styling this Francis Bacon print

This Francis Bacon print pairs a vibrant atmosphere with an orange palette that is easy to build a room around. The tall format of “Bullfighting Mirror” suits narrow walls, hallways and the space beside a doorway, and it is a natural fit for a study or living room; 18×24″ is a versatile middle size. Finish “Bullfighting Mirror” with a thin black or white frame: its orange palette complements mid-century teak, cream walls and rust-coloured textiles.

At a glance

• Type: Francis Bacon print
• Artist: Francis Bacon
• Year: 1990
• Style: Abstract art, Expressionism
• Colours: orange
• Mood: vibrant
• Orientation: portrait
• Collections: Francis Bacon Prints, Abstract Art Prints, Expressionist Art Prints