Head II

"Head II" is an evocative portrait created by Irish-born British figurative artist Francis Bacon in 1948. Executed using oil and tempera on hardboard, this work is the second in a series of six heads conceived during the winter of that year, showcasing Bacon's intense Expressionism style. The painting was developed as part of his preparation for a November 1949 exhibition at the Hanover Gallery, London. With its haunting presence and raw emotional intensity, "Head II" exemplifies Bacon's mastery in capturing the human condition through bold, unsettling imagery.