Francis Bacon
Awards & Honours
2
Awards Won
3
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Covers
2
Records
Francis Bacon's achievements are celebrated for their sheer impact on the trajectory of 20th-century art. His ability to capture the raw, often terrifying essence of the human condition set a new standard for figurative painting. He is frequently listed among the greatest painters of all time by publications like Rolling Stone and Time Magazine. His work broke barriers in terms of both subject matter and technique, influencing countless artists who followed. The fact that his paintings continue to command record-breaking prices at auction speaks to their enduring power and cultural significance.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
CBE
Commander of the Order of the British Empire for services to art.
Honorary Royal Academician
Elected as an Honorary Academician for distinguished contributions to art.
National Academy of Design
Inducted into the Hall of Fame for outstanding achievement in art.
Rankings & Lists
Greatest Painters of All Time
100 Most Important People of the 20th Century
Magazine Covers
Vogue
1965
Francis Bacon: The Artist
Time
1970
The Dark Side of Art
Records & Feats
Highest Price Paid for a Painting by a Living Artist
Three Studies of Lucian Freud sold for $142.4 million in 2013, setting a record for any artwork at the time.
Most Expensive Painting Ever Sold
Three Studies of Lucian Freud held the record for the most expensive painting ever sold until 2015.