Lucian Freud
Lucian Freud (Germany/UK, 1922–2011) was a master of figurative painting known for his unflinching, intimate portraits. Using thick impasto and meticulous detail, he captured the physical and psychological essence of his subjects, redefining contemporary portraiture.
Artwork by Alex Katz
What is figurative art?
Sometimes known as Figurativism, figurative art refers to sculptures and paintings that are clearly or specifically derived from real objects, making them representational. The term figurative art is often used in contrast to abstract art. However, since the emergence of abstract art, figurative art has come to describe any form of modern art that has strong references to the real world or actual situations.