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Who Would Have Thought It!, Plate 62

Who Would Have Thought It!, Plate 62, by Francisco Goya, 1799
Who Would Have Thought It!, Plate 62, by Francisco Goya, 1799

Who Would Have Thought It!, Plate 62 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. Who Would Have Thought It!

About this work

Overview

Who Would Have Thought It!, Plate 62 is a print by Francisco de Goya, created around 1799. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a tense, dark scene with two nude figures, a man and a woman, engaged in a fierce struggle. The man is positioned on top of the woman, who lies on her back. The atmosphere is intense and dramatic, with dark colors and shadows heightening the sense of conflict.

Technique & Style

The work exemplifies the Romanticism movement, characterized by its emphasis on emotion and imagination. Goya's use of dark colors and shadows contributes to the overall sense of drama and tension.

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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