Q22250431
c. 1955
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Ghent's Stedelijk Museum voor Actuele Kunst holds 1 work by Francis Bacon (1909–1992) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Bacon was one of the most significant figurative painters of the 20th century, known for his raw, distorted depictions of the human figure that convey isolation and psychological anguish. Born in Dublin, he spent most of his career in London. His chaotic Reece Mews studio is now preserved at the Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane.
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.
Stedelijk Museum voor Actuele Kunst
💎 Hidden GemGhent · 1 work on display
Amsterdam's museum of modern and contemporary art and design, with particular strength in Dutch Expressionism, De Stijl, and Cobra. The permanent collection includes important works by Mondrian, Kandinsky, and Malevich.
About the artist
Francis Bacon
British/Irish · Expressionism · 1909–1992
Bacon was one of the most significant figurative painters of the 20th century, known for his raw, distorted depictions of the human figure that convey isolation and psychological anguish. Born in Dublin, he spent most of his career in London. His chaotic Reece Mews studio is now preserved at the Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane.
Key works
Three Studies for Figures at the Base of a CrucifixionStudy after Velázquez's Portrait of Pope Innocent XFigure with Meat
Frequently asked questions
How many Francis Bacon paintings are on display in Ghent?
Our current data shows 1 Francis Bacon painting on display in Ghent, held at the Stedelijk Museum voor Actuele Kunst.
Which museum in Ghent has the most Francis Bacon paintings?
Stedelijk Museum voor Actuele Kunst holds all 1 known Francis Bacon work in Ghent.
Where else can I see Francis Bacon's paintings?
Francis Bacon's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Francis Bacon →
Planning your visit to Ghent
Ghent's Museum of Fine Arts (MSK) and the SMAK (contemporary art) are both near the Citadelpark, a short tram ride from the city centre. Ghent is very walkable and less crowded than Bruges. The Ghent City Card includes most museums and a canal boat trip.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.