An Introduction to the Francis Bacon Society's Portrait of Sir Francis Bacon
The Journey of the Society’s Francis Bacon Painting from Obscurity to Prominence: The Painting’s Restoration
The Society’s painting has travelled a long and winding road from obscurity into the full light, now proudly displayed once more at Francis Bacon’s beloved Gray’s Inn. This remarkable journey would not have been possible without the dedication and support of many individuals and organisations.
Acknowledgements and Gratitude
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Treasurer and Benchers of the Honourable Society of Gray’s Inn. In particular, we are deeply grateful to Master Timothy Shuttleworth and Sam Hutchinson, their excellent Chief of Staff, for their invaluable assistance throughout this process. Special praise must also be given to Katherine Gwyn, Archivist and Records Manager, whose skilful handling of the various technicalities has been instrumental in bringing the project to fruition.
Our appreciation is also extended to the Society’s Trustee, Gary Keegan, who has been the painting’s most careful and conscientious custodian in recent times. We are indebted as well to Plowden & Smith, whose beautiful restoration work has returned the painting to its former glory.
Sally Gibbins
Principal
The Francis Bacon Society
View An Introduction & Provenance of the Francis Bacon Society's Portrait of Sir Francis Bacon by E J Roberts HERE
