Artwork
The Horrors of War: There Isn't Time Now
The Horrors of War: There Isn't Time Now 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.
- 1922.535
- Credit line
- Dudley P. Allen Fund
About this work
Overview
The Horrors of War: There Isn't Time Now is an etching by Francisco de Goya, created around 1815. It is part of a series of works exploring the consequences of conflict.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a violent nighttime scene, with a kneeling woman threatened by a sword-wielding figure, while others flee or cower in the background. The title 'Ya no hay tiempo' ('There Isn't Time Now') adds to the sense of urgency and desperation.
Technique & Style
Goya employed stark contrasts between light and dark to heighten the drama, utilizing chiaroscuro to create a tense atmosphere. The use of etching allowed for expressive and detailed rendering of the chaotic scene.
History & Provenance
The print is now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art, where it remains part of Goya's body of work critiquing the effects of war.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
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