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The Horrors of War:  That's Tough!, by Francisco Goya, 1815

The Horrors of War: That's Tough!

Francisco Goya

1815

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Overview

The Horrors of War: That's Tough! is a 1815 by Francisco Goya, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Francisco Goya
When & what style?
1815 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

The painting shows a dark and chaotic scene. A man in white pants and a dark jacket is in the center, holding a sword in his right hand. He is surrounded by other figures, some of whom are on the ground. The background is a mix of dark and light colors, with some trees visible. The scene is intense and dramatic, with a sense of violence and chaos. The use of dark colors and bold brushstrokes adds to the emotional impact of the painting. This painting is part of the Romanticism movement, which emphasized emotion and individualism. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the works of Francisco de Goya, a Spanish artist who was a key figure in the Romantic movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Francisco Goya
Artist

Francisco Goya

Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.

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