Artwork
The Horrors of War: It's a Hard Step!
The Horrors of War: It's a Hard Step! is a print by the Romanticist artist Francisco de Goya. It dates from 1815 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1922.530
- Credit line
- Dudley P. Allen Fund
About this work
Overview
The Horrors of War: It's a Hard Step! is a print by Francisco de Goya, created around 1815, and is now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a chaotic scene with figures in white and dark clothing, some climbing a ladder while others fall or struggle to rise, set against a backdrop of water and hills, conveying turmoil and disorder.
Technique & Style
Characterized by its emphasis on emotion and drama, the print exemplifies the Romanticism movement, a style that prioritizes intense feeling and dynamic composition.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
