The Painter's Doctor
The Painter's Doctor
Signed Print
Lucian Freud
£4,850-£7,500
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60 x 46cm, Edition of 46, Etching
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Meaning & Analysis
The Painter’s Doctor (2006) is an etching by Lucian Freud depicting his personal physician in a downward, absorbed pose. The composition is tightly cropped, drawing attention to the sitter’s furrowed brow and pursed lips. Freud’s dense, directional marks trace the contours of the face and shirt, building up texture and weight without sacrificing subtlety.
In The Painter’s Doctor, the subject is rendered with a quiet intensity. There is no direct eye contact; instead, the focus is inward, the moment private. The lines are deliberate but not decorative, lending the portrait a kind of psychological gravity. This print reflects Freud’s close interest in both the physical presence and the inner life of those around him - by focusing on his doctor, Freud not only highlights a personal connection but also elevates the everyday relationship into the realm of fine art.