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Trials, Plate 60, by Francisco Goya, 1799

Trials, Plate 60

Francisco Goya

1799

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Overview

Trials, Plate 60 is a 1799 by Francisco Goya, a Romanticism work, depicting Satyr, 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

You see a dark and haunting scene in this painting. It's from a series of prints that show the harsh side of life. Goya was trying to criticize the social issues of his time, and this print is a strong example of that. Check out the technique of chiaroscuro to learn more about how artists like Goya use contrast to create mood.

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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