Artwork
The Horrors of War: What is this Hubbub?
The Horrors of War: What is this Hubbub? 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.
- 1922.581
- Credit line
- Dudley P. Allen Fund
About this work
Overview
The Horrors of War: What is this Hubbub? is a print by Francisco de Goya, created around 1815. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a chaotic scene centered on a woman in white, shielding herself from an unseen threat or violent outburst, surrounded by armed and panicked men.
Technique & Style
Goya's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of drama and tension through strong contrasts between light and dark, contributing to the overall feeling of chaos and disorder.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
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