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What a Tailor Can Do!, Plate 52, by Francisco Goya, 1799

What a Tailor Can Do!, Plate 52

Francisco Goya

1799

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Overview

What a Tailor Can Do!, Plate 52 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 painting depicts a scene with a man standing tall, wearing a long robe and holding up his arms. He is surrounded by a group of people, some of whom are kneeling or sitting on the ground. The atmosphere appears to be one of reverence or awe. In the foreground, a woman kneels with her hands clasped together, while others look on with a mix of emotions. The man's pose suggests a sense of authority or leadership, and the overall mood is somber and contemplative. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. This painting is a great example of the Romanticism movement, and you can learn more about it by exploring the work of Francisco de Goya.

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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