The First Publication by the Francis Bacon MB Art Foundation
The first book to be published by the Foundation introduces the objectives of this institution dedicated to the life, work and methodology of Francis Bacon.
First research project sponsored by the MB Art Foundation: Francis Bacon – The Wivenhoe Chapter
The art historian Katharina Günther was the first recipient of the MB Art Foundation Scholarship.
The Francis Bacon MB Art Foundation supports the Whitechapel Gallery installation
Francis Bacon’s Study for a Portrait (1953) is the focus of an installation by James Richards at the Whitechapel Gallery, which is supported by the Francis Bacon MB Art Foundation.
Inauguration of the Foundation by H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco
The Francis Bacon MB Art Foundation was inaugurated today, on what would be Francis Bacon’s 105th birthday, by H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco.
First research project sponsored by the Foundation
The art historian Katharina Günther is the first scholar to be sponsored by the Francis Bacon MB Art Foundation, to undertake a twelve-month research project analysing a collection of hitherto un-researched material associated with Francis Bacon.