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Feb 15 2011

The Forge, Francisco de Goya y Lucientes, ca. 1817

Inspirational prints / Paintings (Reproductions) / Spanish - 1 year ago - troycapc

The Forge, Francisco de Goya y Lucientes, ca. 1817

This is a reproduction of “The Forge” by Francisco de Goya y Lucientes, created between 1815 and 1820.  This dramatic work can be seen as a glorification of the harsh work of pre-industrial workers.  The pervasive darkness, vigorous brushstrokes and monumental size gives an unusual dignity to the back-breaking labor and is reminiscent of the depiction of the mythological forge of Hephaistos.  This stark depiction has little distraction from the coordinated work of the blacksmiths.  This masterpiece is in the Frick Collection, New York City.

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