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The Horrors of War:  These Too, by Francisco Goya, 1815

The Horrors of War: These Too

Francisco Goya

1815

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Horrors of War: These Too 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

This painting shows a chaotic scene of people in a dark room. Some are lying down, while others are standing or sitting. The figures are dressed in old-fashioned clothing, and the room appears to be in disarray. The painting is done in a dark, muted color palette, which adds to the sense of gloom and despair. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, giving the scene a sense of energy and movement. The painting is a powerful depiction of the horrors of war, and it's a great example of Romanticism. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you should check out the Romanticism 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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