The Horrors of War: And They are Like Wild Beasts
1815
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1815
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The Horrors of War: And They are Like Wild Beasts is a 1815 by Francisco Goya, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This print shows a chaotic scene of soldiers attacking people in a dark, cramped space. A woman in a fancy dress is on the ground, surrounded by men with weapons. One soldier is raising a sword, while another holds a gun. A child crouches nearby, looking scared. The lighting is dramatic, with stark contrasts between light and shadow. The title hints that this isn’t just a battle—it’s about the cruelty of war. The artist used bold lines and deep shadows to make the scene feel intense and raw. If you like this style, look up Romanticism.
