Francis Bacon’s Nanny women artists Out of print for over

Out of print for over 15 years

Essays address topics ranging from Dion’s ecological activism to his loving critique of museums

at once measured and impassioned

Cambodian sculptures

Sometimes ignored - but always iconic - this highly opinionated guide will tell you everything you need to know

Francis Bacon’s Nanny women artists Out of print for overAt the very centre of the life of one of the twentieth centurys greatest artists was the most unexpected of life long influences. The aptly named Jessie Lightfoot shielded the young Francis Bacon from the brutish violence of his bullying father, as well as from his worst self immolating excesses later in life. The tenderness, wit and warmth of this inimitable Nanny stands in illuminating relief to the sulphurous palette that defined Bacons work.