Artwork

The Horrors of War: They Do Not Know The Way

The Horrors of War:  They Do Not Know The Way, by Francisco Goya, 1815
The Horrors of War:  They Do Not Know The Way, by Francisco Goya, 1815

The Horrors of War: They Do Not Know The Way 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. They Do Not Know The Way is a print by Francisco de Goya, created around 1815, and is part of his series The Horrors of War.

About this work

Overview

They Do Not Know The Way is a print by Francisco de Goya, created around 1815, and is part of his series The Horrors of War. It is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a chaotic scene of people fleeing in terror, conveying a sense of fear and panic. The figures are scattered across the composition, suggesting a desperate attempt to escape an unseen horror.

Technique & Style

Goya's use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic contrast between light and dark, adding to the overall tension. Dark colors and bold brushstrokes contribute to the sense of turmoil and disorder.

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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