Artwork
Trials, Plate 60
Trials, Plate 60 is a print by the Romanticist artist Francisco de Goya. It dates from 1799 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1922.655
- Credit line
- Dudley P. Allen Fund
About this work
Overview
Trials, Plate 60 is a print by Francisco de Goya, dating to approximately 1799, currently part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. This work is characterized by its somber and haunting visual atmosphere.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bleak, dark scene, exemplifying Goya's critique of the harsh realities and social ills prevalent during his time, as part of a broader series highlighting life's difficulties.
Technique & Style
Goya employs chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, to evoke a profound sense of mood and emotional depth in the piece.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1799, Trials, Plate 60 is now held in the permanent collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
