How many paintings did Lucian Freud do?

Authoritative sources do not provide an exact number of paintings that Lucian Freud did during his life. Experts attribute more than 250 works to the British painter and printmaker. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of Lucian Freud art.

What is Lucian Freud best known for?

Lucian Freud is best known for his portraits and nude paintings. He painted models in real-time, asking them to sit for extended sessions. The relationship between the artist and model is explored in the paintings. Browse a selection of Lucian Freud art from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is Lucian Freud’s art style?

Lucian Freud specialized in figurative art and was best known for his portraits and nudes. Sometimes called a realist, his work focused on creating the human form in a realistic yet intense manner. Find a selection of Lucian Freud art from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

How much is a Lucian Freud painting worth?

How much a Lucian Freud painting is worth varies based on size, historical significance, conditions and other factors. In 2022, his painting Large Interior, W11 (after Watteau) set a new record for the artist's work when it sold for more than $86 million at auction. Freud was one of the most influential portrait artists of the 20th century. His figurative paintings offer an unabashed view of his subjects, which included friends, family members and lovers, and are visceral and revealing while intuitively respectful. He was lauded by some and criticized by others for often painting his subjects nude, brazenly undraped or sensually posed. If you're in possession of a Freud piece, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer assist you with the valuation process. Shop a selection of Lucian Freud art on 1stDibs.

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Christopher GanzThe Belltower of Piza, a Pleine Aire Study in Pen and Chalk, Matted and Framed, 2014

$450

H 11 in W 8 in

The Belltower of Piza, a Pleine Aire Study in Pen and Chalk, Matted and Framed

By Christopher Ganz

Located in Chicago, IL

of the Divine Comedy, to Rembrandt, Caravaggio, Goya, and up to Lucian Freud, Mark Tansey, and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Drawings and Waterc...

Materials

Paper, Chalk, Pen

Christopher GanzFlayed Wax-Cast Figure - Original Ink Drawing, Matted and Signed, 2016

$300

H 12 in W 10 in

Flayed Wax-Cast Figure - Original Ink Drawing, Matted and Signed

By Christopher Ganz

Located in Chicago, IL

Lucian Freud, Mark Tansey, and Michael Mazur. Christopher is now an associate professor of printmaking

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Water...

Materials

Paper, Pen

Christopher GanzThe Rape of Persephone by Bernini, Galleria Borghese -Original Sepia Ink Drawing, 2010

$300

H 12 in W 8 in

The Rape of Persephone by Bernini, Galleria Borghese -Original Sepia Ink Drawing

By Christopher Ganz

Located in Chicago, IL

, to Rembrandt, Caravaggio, Goya, and up to Lucian Freud, Mark Tansey, and Michael Mazur. Christopher

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Water...

Materials

Paper, Pen

Christopher GanzSelf Check-Out - Several Self Portraits in the Chaos of a Big Box Store, Framed, 2005

$750

H 11 in W 15 in

Self Check-Out - Several Self Portraits in the Chaos of a Big Box Store, Framed

By Christopher Ganz

Located in Chicago, IL

Lucian Freud, Mark Tansey, and Michael Mazur. Christopher is now an associate professor of printmaking

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Intaglio

Christopher GanzView of Siena with the Duomo - Ink and Crayon Drawing, Matted and Framed, 2017

$500

H 11 in W 14 in

View of Siena with the Duomo - Ink and Crayon Drawing, Matted and Framed

By Christopher Ganz

Located in Chicago, IL

Lucian Freud, Mark Tansey, and Michael Mazur. Christopher is now an associate professor of printmaking

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Drawings and Waterc...

Materials

Paper, Pen, Crayon

Christopher GanzChiaroscuro, 2017

$9,800

H 38 in W 27.5 in

Chiaroscuro

By Christopher Ganz

Located in Chicago, IL

Lucian Freud, Mark Tansey, and Michael Mazur. Christopher is now an associate professor of printmaking

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Chalk, Charcoal, Oil Pastel, Archival Paper

Lucian FreudDonegal Man, 2007

Price Upon Request

H 26.25 in W 22.25 in

Donegal Man

By Lucian Freud

Located in San Francisco, CA

Publisher: Acquavella LLC Printer: Marc Balakjian at Studio Prints, London Edition of 46

Category

Early 2000s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Etching

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