Francis Bacon Galerie Maeght 1967 Exhibition Vintage Art Print

In the visceral tradition of post-war European expressionism, this piece captures the raw, unsettling energy of a mid-century master. The composition centers on a distorted, fleshy figure reclining upon an elliptical surface, rendered in the artist’s signature blurred, kinetic brushwork. Dominated by a deep violet backdrop and contrasting olive-brown foreground, This print preserves the bold typography of the original Paris exhibition announcement, creating a bridge between fine art and graphic design history.

Looking at this work evokes a sense of profound psychological tension and existential inquiry. It represents a departure from traditional portraiture, opting instead to portray the interior chaos of the human experience through twisted limbs and shifting planes. The mood is one of intense introspection, making it a piece that demands attention and rewards prolonged contemplation with its layered textures and provocative use of negative space.

It fits the same shelf as our mid century modern art, and sits comfortably next to abstract art prints.