Oedipus and the Sphinx after Ingres
c. 1983
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1 work across 1 institution
Lisbon's Berardo Collection Museum 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.
Berardo Collection Museum
💎 Hidden GemLisbon · 1 work on display
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 Lisbon?
Our current data shows 1 Francis Bacon painting on display in Lisbon, held at the Berardo Collection Museum.
Which museum in Lisbon has the most Francis Bacon paintings?
Berardo Collection Museum holds all 1 known Francis Bacon work in Lisbon.
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 Lisbon
Lisbon's museums are hilly and require trams or taxis to move between efficiently. The Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga and the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum are both world-class but widely separated — plan one per day. Entry to national museums is free on Sunday mornings.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.