Artwork
The Horrors of War: The Same
The Horrors of War: The Same 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 Horrors of War: The Same, a history painting by Francisco de Goya circa 1815, is housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art. This monochrome print depicts a tumultuous battle scene characterized by chaos and desperation.
Subject & Meaning
The print illustrates a intense moment of conflict: a soldier wielding a hammer over a fallen, entangled enemy amidst a pile of bodies on muddy ground. Figures are shown in various states of distress. The title suggests it belongs to a thematic series highlighting the brutality of war.
Technique & Style
Goya employed loose, sketchy lines to convey a sense of urgency and raw emotion, contributing to the overall chaotic and desperate atmosphere of the scene.
History & Provenance
Created around 1815, the work is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Context
This piece aligns with the Romantic movement, emphasizing intense emotion and the horrors of war, though specific contextual details about its creation are not provided.
Legacy
While the broader impact of 'The Horrors of War: The Same' is not detailed here, it reflects Goya's contribution to depicting the brutal realities of conflict, a theme that resonates within the broader context of Romanticism.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
