Artwork
The Horrors of War: A Carnivorous Vulture
The Horrors of War: A Carnivorous Vulture is a print by the Romanticist artist Francisco Goya. It dates from 1815 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Horrors of War: A Carnivorous Vulture is a print by Francisco de Goya, created around 1815. It is a black-and-white etching held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a large vulture perched on a pile of huddled figures, its wings spread and claws grasping the bodies. The title 'El buitre carnívoro' suggests the bird is a symbol, and its exaggerated size creates a nightmarish atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by its dark and dramatic tone, typical of Romanticism, a style that emphasizes intense emotions and the sublime.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
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