Lying Figure
c. 1966
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Madrid's Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía 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.
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Madrid · 1 work on display
The Reina Sofía houses Spain's national collection of 20th and 21st century art, most famously Picasso's Guernica. A former hospital augmented by a striking glass tower extension; one of Europe's finest modern art museums.
Planning your visit to Madrid
The Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen-Bornemisza are all within 10 minutes' walk of each other along the Paseo del Prado. The Prado offers free entry from 6–8pm Monday to Saturday and 5–7pm on Sundays. A Paseo del Arte combined ticket gives discounted access to all three.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.