Artwork

The Horrors of War: He Gets Something Out of It.

The Horrors of War:  He Gets Something Out of It., by Francisco Goya, 1815
The Horrors of War:  He Gets Something Out of It., by Francisco Goya, 1815

The Horrors of War: He Gets Something Out of It. 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. The Horrors of War: He Gets Something Out of It is a print by Francisco de Goya, created around 1815.

About this work

Overview

The Horrors of War: He Gets Something Out of It is a print by Francisco de Goya, created around 1815. It is an etching that depicts a chaotic and disturbing scene.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows a person lying face-down, with outstretched and tense arms, amidst a turbulent background that may represent a battle or storm. The title suggests a connection to war, but the focus is on the individual's struggle.

Technique & Style

Goya's use of rough, scratchy lines creates a sense of urgency and violence, contributing to the overall feeling of chaos and disorder.

History & Provenance

The print is now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Francisco Goya

Artist

Francisco Goya

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

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