Francis Bacon (1909-1992) is an Irish born British artist who is famous for depicting disturbing images. People in Bacon’s works often have an animal nature. In the exhibition “man and beast” at the Royal Academy of art in London, Bacon’s depiction of the animal itself became the focus. While the exhibition has been discussed, the New York Times recently invited five viewers who live with animals day and night to share their views on Bacon’s animal portrait. From zoologists, cooks, conservati...