Who painted Portrait de Juan Martin Diez, the Determined?

Portrait de Juan Martin Diez, the Determined was painted by Francisco Goya in 1809.

Where can I see Portrait de Juan Martin Diez, the Determined?

Portrait de Juan Martin Diez, the Determined is held by National Museum of Western Art.

Artwork

Portrait de Juan Martin Diez, the Determined

Portrait de Juan Martin Diez, the Determined is an oil painting by Francisco Goya. It dates from 1809 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Western Art.

About this work

Overview

This 1809 oil painting by Francisco Goya portrays Juan Martín Díez, a military figure, in a formal uniform adorned with a shoulder belt and gold accents on a red jacket, set against a blurred background with a focus on the subject's serious expression.

Subject & Meaning

Juan Martín Díez, depicted in military attire, embodies a sense of solemnity and determination through his expression, reflecting the artistic capture of contemporary historical figures by Goya during a period of significant European upheaval.

Technique & Style

Goya employed chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, to create depth and emphasize the subject's face as the central focal point, characteristic of his transitional style bridging traditional and modern European art practices.

History & Provenance

The portrait is part of the collection at the National Museum of Western Art, highlighting Goya's influence as a link between the Old Masters and the emergence of modern Western art movements.

Artist & collection

Artist

Francisco Goya

Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.

Museum

National Museum of Western Art

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