Frank Auerbach drawings

Frank Auerbach’s drawings are celebrated for their expressive line work and raw, energetic compositions. Using charcoal and graphite, Auerbach captures his subject — primarily portraits and urban landscapes — with vigorous, gestural marks that convey movement and emotion. His drawings often feature dense layers of lines, repeatedly reworked to explore form and depth. This process of constant revision creates a dynamic sense of flux. Auerbach’s intense focus on observation and his abstract approach to representation have made his drawings pivotal in the evolution of contemporary British art.