Artwork
The Horrors of War: What is this Hubbub?
The Horrors of War: What is this Hubbub? 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: What is this Hubbub? is a print by Francisco de Goya, created around 1815. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a chaotic scene centered on a woman in white, shielding herself from an unseen threat or violent outburst, surrounded by armed and panicked men.
Technique & Style
Goya's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of drama and tension through strong contrasts between light and dark, contributing to the overall feeling of chaos and disorder.
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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