Francis Bacon portrait of Lucian Freud set to sell for millions at auction

Francis Bacon and Luician Freud

(Picture: Harry Diamond)

A Francis Bacon portrait of fellow painter – and Soho drinking buddy – Lucian Freud that has not been seen for more than half-a-century is expected to sell for more than £35 million this month.

The 1964 painting is going under the hammer at Sothebys having been held by a private collector for 40 years.