Artwork
Trials, Plate 60
Trials, Plate 60 is a print by the Romanticist artist Francisco Goya. It dates from 1799 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Trials, Plate 60 is a print by Francisco de Goya, dating to approximately 1799, currently part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. This work is characterized by its somber and haunting visual atmosphere.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bleak, dark scene, exemplifying Goya's critique of the harsh realities and social ills prevalent during his time, as part of a broader series highlighting life's difficulties.
Technique & Style
Goya employs chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, to evoke a profound sense of mood and emotional depth in the piece.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1799, Trials, Plate 60 is now held in the permanent collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
