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The Parasol is a tapestry cartoon representation of a fashionable young woman being sheltered from the sun by a man, showcasing Goya's early Rococo style with its lighthearted subject matter, delicate colors, and focus on the leisurely pursuits of the aristocracy. This work, created for the royal tapestry factory, reflects the decorative and idealized aesthetic of the time, while also hinting at Goya's developing skill in capturing human interaction and social dynamics. -
Witches' Sabbath portrays a grisly scene of witches gathered around a goat, a symbol of the Devil, reflecting Goya's fascination with the irrational and the grotesque, and critiquing the superstition and ignorance of his time. Its dark, unsettling imagery and focus on the macabre contribute to the development of Romanticism's interest in the darker aspects of the human psyche and the supernatural. -
Is a royal group portrait that, while traditional, softly undermines the authority and splendor of the Spanish monarchy through its unflattering realism and the perceived lack of intelligence. This painting, with its complex composition and critical undertones, showcases Goya's skill in portraiture and his evolving artistic vision, bridging the gap between the Rococo and Romantic periods. -
The Third of May 1808 is an original painting of the horrors of war, memorializing the Spanish resistance to Napoleon's army during the Peninsular War and marking a departure from traditional heroic portrayals of conflict. Its dramatic composition, stark lighting, and focus on the emotional impact of violence on civilians established it as a key work of Romanticism, influencing subsequent generations of artists concerned with social and political themes. -
This portrait is a powerful representation of distress and the catastrophic nature of time and power, reflecting the anxieties of a tumultuous period in Spanish history and Goya's own declining mental state. Its raw emotion, dark palette, and distorted figures exemplify the shift towards Romanticism and express themes of violence, fear, and the human condition.