Lucian Freud

Freud, Lucien Michael

British, 1922 - 2011

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The image depicts the upper body of a person, showing their head and shoulders. The person is facing directly forward with a slightly downcast gaze. Their facial features are detailed with distinct lines and shadows, conveying a rugged appearance. The person has wavy hair and is wearing a collared shirt with visible fabric lines and creases. There is no jewelry visible, and the background is plain with a few linear markings.
Lucian Freud, Matthew Marks Gallery, Mark Balakjian, Kai, 1991-1992, etching in black on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1992.82.1

Kai

Lucian Freud, Matthew Marks Gallery, Mark Balakjian · 1991-1992 · etching in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1992.82.1

The image shows a sketch of a person's upper body, including their torso, arms, and head. One arm is raised and bent at the elbow near their face, while their head is turned to the side. The facial features are detailed, with shadows and highlights, and the person's hair is short and combed back. They appear unclothed from the waist up. The sketch is intricate, emphasizing the skin's contours and textures. The background is minimal, with sketch-like lines and subtle shading.
Lucian Freud, Mark Balakjian, Head and Shoulders of a Girl, 1990, etching in black on Somerset paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 1991.134.1

Head and Shoulders of a Girl

Lucian Freud, Mark Balakjian · 1990 · etching in black on Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  1991.134.1