Artwork
Scene of Disciplines
Scene of Disciplines is an oil painting by Francisco Goya. It dates from 1808 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
About this work
Overview
Scene of Disciplines is a painting created by Francisco Goya in 1808 using oil paint. It is now part of the National Museum of Fine Arts collection in Buenos Aires.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a somber scene where a man is being whipped by another, with a woman observing from the left and a man carrying a cross on the right. The figures are set against a dark, shadowy background, emphasizing their presence.
Technique & Style
Goya's use of dark colors with lighter shades on the figures creates a sense of contrast, drawing attention to the subjects. The somber palette and dramatic lighting contribute to the overall mood of the scene.
Context
Goya's work often reflected the social and political tensions of his time, and Scene of Disciplines is characteristic of his engagement with the issues of his era.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
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