Artwork
Yes, He Broke the Pot, Plate 25
Yes, He Broke the Pot, Plate 25 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
Yes, He Broke the Pot, Plate 25 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 distressed woman kneeling on a cluttered floor, holding a crying child. A broken pot lies nearby, suggesting a domestic dispute or accident. The scene is tense and chaotic, with the woman's anguished expression and the child's tears conveying a sense of turmoil.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by strong contrasts of light and dark, with the figures emerging from a dimly lit environment. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and emphasizes the emotional intensity of the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
