Artwork
The Horrors of War: There Isn't Time Now
The Horrors of War: There Isn't Time Now 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: There Isn't Time Now is an etching by Francisco de Goya, created around 1815. It is part of a series of works exploring the consequences of conflict.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a violent nighttime scene, with a kneeling woman threatened by a sword-wielding figure, while others flee or cower in the background. The title 'Ya no hay tiempo' ('There Isn't Time Now') adds to the sense of urgency and desperation.
Technique & Style
Goya employed stark contrasts between light and dark to heighten the drama, utilizing chiaroscuro to create a tense atmosphere. The use of etching allowed for expressive and detailed rendering of the chaotic scene.
History & Provenance
The print is now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art, where it remains part of Goya's body of work critiquing the effects of war.
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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