Francis Bacon at his Reece Mews kitchen with his cleaning lady Jean Ward. London 1979. - Photo by Edward Quinn

Francis Bacon at his Reece Mews kitchen with his cleaning lady Jean Ward. London 1979.

In his cluttered Reece Mews kitchen, artist Francis Bacon stands with his cleaning lady, Jean Ward, in London, 1979. Bacon, wearing a light-colored turtleneck and dark trousers, looks towards the camera with a serious expression. His hand rests on a counter crowded with domestic items, including a teapot, glasses, and a box of spaghetti. The cramped, wood-paneled room is illuminated by a direct, harsh light, creating strong contrasts and shadows.


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