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Francis Bacon paintings in Chicago

British/Irish · 1909–1992

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1 work across 1 institution

Chicago's Art Institute of Chicago holds 1 work by Francis Bacon (1909–1992) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.

Bacon's paintings are violent, compressed, and deeply psychological — bodies in his triptychs writhe in isolation against raw colour fields. In person, the physical density of his paint — applied with rags, brushes, and chance — gives the figures a presence that reproductions reduce to shock.

Works by Francis Bacon are protected by copyright — images cannot be displayed. Each result links to Wikidata, where you can find the museum's own listing for the work.

Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago · 1 work on display

The Art Institute of Chicago holds one of the world's finest collections of French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painting, alongside major American art. Seurat's A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte and Grant Wood's American Gothic are among its most famous works.

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Figure with Meat

c. 1954

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Figure with Meat

Art Institute of Chicago

c. 1954

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Planning your visit to Chicago

The Art Institute of Chicago is at Millennium Park — take the Red or Green CTA line to Adams/Wabash. Allow at least three hours; the Impressionist collection alone warrants a full morning. Illinois residents receive free entry on select days.

Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.