Artwork
Until Death, Plate 55
Until Death, Plate 55 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
Until Death, Plate 55 is a print created by Francisco de Goya in 1799. It is a black-and-white work held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman in a light dress holding a bouquet of feathers, surrounded by two onlookers in a dimly lit room. The title 'Until Death' implies a narrative, with the woman's pose and the feathers potentially signifying a dramatic or emotional moment.
Technique & Style
The use of chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, creates a somber mood in the print. A small window is the sole source of faint light, illuminating the scene amidst dark walls.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
