1799
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Thou Who Canst Not, Plate 42 is a 1799 by Francisco Goya, a Romanticism work, depicting Donkey, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting shows a dark and mysterious scene. It's part of a series of prints that Goya made to express his thoughts on society. Goya was going through a tough time in his life when he created these prints, and they reflect his feelings of frustration and criticism. Look up the technique of chiaroscuro to learn more about how artists like Goya use contrast to create mood.
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
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