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Lucian Freud, born on December 8, 1922 in Berlin, Germany, was a renowned British painter. Known for his profound depictions of human portraits, his works showcased the complexity and psychological states of individuals. Freud's painting style is unique, characterized by his fine brushstrokes and rich color layers. His works have earned high acclaim in the art world and have had a profound impact on contemporary art.

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Famous Lucian Freud Quotes

“The longer you look at an object, the more abstract it becomes, and, ironically, the more real.”

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“I use the gallery as if it were a doctor. I come for ideas and help - to look at situations within painting, rather than paintings.”

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“The paintings live because their creator has been passionately attentive to their theme, and his attention has left something for us to look at. It seems a sort of miracle.”

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“I want paint to work as flesh... my portraits to be of the people, not like them. Not having a look of the sitter, being them ... As far as I am concerned the paint is the person. I want it to work for me just as flesh does.”

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“When I look at a body it gives me choice of what to put in a painting, what will suit me and what won't. There is a distinction between fact and truth. Truth has an element of revelation about it. If something is true, it does more than strike one as merely being so.”

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“When I look at a body it gives me choice of what to put in a painting, what will suit me and what won't”

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Book:Lucian Freud: naked portraits : Werke der 40er bis 90er Jahre

Source: Lucian Freud: naked portraits : Werke der 40er bis 90er Jahre

“I would wish my portraits to be of the people, not like them. Not having a look of the sitter, being them.”

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About the Author

Born: December 8, 1922
Died: July 20, 2011
Known for: Painter
Quotes: 48

Books & Sources

Lucian Freud: naked portraits : Werke der 40er bis 90er JahreRelated source material

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Lucian Freud: catalogue of an exhibition at the Hayward Gallery, London, 25 January-3 March 1974 ... and at 3 other galleries, 6 April-23 June 1974Related source material

Lucian Freud: early works : Scottish National Gallery of Modern ArtRelated source material

The artist's eye: Lucian Freud : an exhibition of National Gallery Paintings selected by the artist 17 June - 16 August 1987Related source material

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