Boy's HeadLucian Freud · 1952
Expressionism
1952
Lucian Freud (1922 – 2011)
Explore the intense realism of Lucian Freud (1922-2011), renowned British portraitist known for unflinching depictions of the human form, psychological depth & thickly impastoed paintings. Discover his legacy.
About this artwork
- Title: Boy's Head
- Artist: Lucian Freud
- Year: 1952
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Creative period: Modern
- Corpus context: vengeance & trauma, late career focus
- Color palette: Dark
- Main color: Walnut
- Keywords: lucian freud portrait, oil on canvas art, dark portrait painting
Questions & Answers
At what age did Lucian Freud make "Boy's Head"?
When "Boy's Head" was created in 1952, Lucian Freud - born in 1922 - was 30 years old.
What is the dominant hue of "Boy's Head" by Lucian Freud?
An ochre to sepia hue runs through "Boy's Head" by Lucian Freud.
Which period of Lucian Freud's career does "Boy's Head" belong to?
"Boy's Head" belongs to the Modern of Lucian Freud's career. This classification relates the work to the artist's development.