Artwork
The Horrors of War: Cartloads to the Cemetery
The Horrors of War: Cartloads to the Cemetery is a print by the Romanticist artist Francisco Goya. It dates from 1815 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The print 'The Horrors of War: Cartloads to the Cemetery' is a work by Francisco de Goya, created around 1815. It is a print held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts a chaotic and somber moment where figures are loading bodies into a wagon, suggesting the devastating consequences of war. The title implies a grim reality of mass burials, underscoring the brutality of conflict.
Technique & Style
Goya's use of rough, sketchy lines and heavy shadows creates a raw and unsettling atmosphere, emphasizing the emotional intensity of the scene. The dark and grimy tone is accentuated by the dimly lit background, featuring a building and a pile of dirt.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
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