Artwork
Can't Anyone Untie Us?, Plate 75
Can't Anyone Untie Us?, Plate 75 is a print by Francisco Goya. It dates from 1799 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Can't Anyone Untie Us?
About this work
Overview
Can't Anyone Untie Us?, Plate 75 is a print by Francisco de Goya, created around 1799. It is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a distressed woman in a flowing gown being overpowered by a large bird with sharp talons and beak. The scene is set against an indistinct background of possible trees or rocks.
Technique & Style
Goya's use of a dark, muted color palette and chiaroscuro creates a sense of foreboding and danger, adding to the dramatic effect of the scene through strong contrasts between light and dark.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
