Artwork
Self-Portrait
Self-Portrait is an oil painting by Francisco de Goya. It dates from 1815 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
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Overview
Francisco Goya's 'Self-Portrait' is an oil painting created in 1815, existing in two original versions: one on canvas at the Prado Museum and another on wood panel at the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando, both in Madrid.
Subject & Meaning
The painting is a close-up depiction of Goya with a serious expression, curly hair pulled back, and wearing a dark jacket with a white collar, set against a dark background that highlights his face.
Technique & Style
Characterized by thick, rough brushstrokes, particularly on the face and hair, the painting achieves a textured effect, giving the subject a palpable presence.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
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