New Francis Bacon exhibition opens in Paris

Sixty paintings are on display, including 12 of Bacon’s triptychs.

For the first time in nearly half a century, art lovers will be able to visit an exhibition of the works of British artist Francis Bacon. The exhibit will be displayed at the famous Pompidou Centre in Paris. Bacon’s images often focused on human pain and his raw distinctive style continues to intrigue and enthral audiences.

Al Jazeera’s Natacha Butler reports from the French capital.