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They Spruce Themselves Up, Plate 51, by Francisco Goya, 1799

They Spruce Themselves Up, Plate 51

Francisco Goya

1799

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Overview

They Spruce Themselves Up, Plate 51 is a 1799 by Francisco Goya, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Francisco Goya
When & what style?
1799 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This image shows a dark, monochromatic scene with three figures in the center. The figure on the left is holding a pair of scissors, while the figure on the right appears to be cutting their own hair. The third figure is partially obscured by the other two. The background is a dark, cloudy sky. The image is a print, likely created using a technique such as etching or engraving. The level of detail and texture suggests a high level of craftsmanship. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore 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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