{"title":"Francisco De Goya Y Lucientes","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"majas-on-a-balcony-francisco-de-goya-y-lucientes","title":"Majas on a Balcony - Francisco de Goya y Lucientes","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic genre painting by Francisco de Goya, featuring two women on a balcony with mysterious male figures lurking in the shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMajas on a Balcony depicts two women, known as majas, seated behind a wrought-iron railing. They are dressed in traditional Spanish attire, including lace mantillas and light-coloured gowns. Their expressions are composed, yet they engage in a subtle, knowing exchange. Behind them, two male figures, or majos, loom in the shadows. These men are partially obscured by their cloaks and hats, creating a sense of mystery and tension. The contrast between the illuminated foreground and the dark, ambiguous background is a hallmark of Goya's mature style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoya employs a fluid brushwork technique, particularly in the rendering of the fabric and the delicate lace of the women's headwear. The composition is structured by the vertical lines of the balcony railing, which act as a barrier between the viewer and the subjects. This framing device invites the observer to consider the social dynamics at play. The painting belongs to a period in Goya's career where he moved away from formal court portraiture toward more enigmatic, psychological subjects. The work does not offer a clear narrative, leaving the relationship between the four figures open to interpretation. It captures a moment of urban life in Madrid, reflecting the social customs and the distinct fashion of the period. The palette is dominated by muted tones, allowing the subtle highlights on the women's dresses to draw the eye. This piece remains a compelling example of Goya's ability to imbue everyday scenes with a sense of unease and psychological depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/highland-lassie-edwin-henry-landseer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHighland Lassie - Edwin Henry Landseer — Edwin Landseer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tul-lock-chish-ko-drinks-the-juice-of-the-stone-choctaw-george-catlin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eTul-lock-chísh-ko, Drinks the Juice of the Stone (Choctaw) - George Catlin — George Catlin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francisco de Goya y Lucientes","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58684679881039,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58684699083087,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58684699115855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58684699148623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58684699181391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58684699214159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58684699246927,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58684699279695,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58684699312463,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58684699345231,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58684699377999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58684699410767,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Majas-on-a-Balcony_Poster_CompositorV1_1788610471825.jpg?v=1788611073"},{"product_id":"jose-costa-y-bonells-called-pepito-francisco-de-goya-y-lucientes","title":"José Costa y Bonells, Called Pepito - Francisco de Goya y Lucientes","description":"\u003cp\u003eA portrait of the young José Costa y Bonells by Francisco de Goya, featuring the boy with his toy horse and drum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait depicts the young José Costa y Bonells, known as Pepito, standing in a formal pose. Goya captures the child with a direct, steady gaze, dressed in a dark green velvet jacket with gold trim and white trousers. The composition includes a toy horse on wheels and a small drum, items that suggest the boy's status and the playful nature of childhood in the early nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoya employs a muted, neutral background that allows the figure of the child to emerge with clarity. The brushwork is fluid, particularly in the rendering of the fabric and the soft features of the boy's face. Unlike the rigid, highly formalised portraits of the period, this work possesses a sense of immediacy. The artist focuses on the individual character of the subject rather than merely recording his social standing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inclusion of the hobby horse and drum serves as a narrative element, grounding the portrait in a domestic context. Goya was a master of psychological observation, and here he balances the formality of the costume with the natural, slightly solemn expression of a young boy. The lighting is soft, directed primarily at the subject, which creates a gentle contrast against the darker, shadowed areas of the room. This piece is a fine example of Goya's ability to elevate a private commission into a compelling study of human presence. The work remains a clear representation of his mature style, where technical precision meets an empathetic approach to portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/highland-lassie-edwin-henry-landseer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHighland Lassie - Edwin Henry Landseer — Edwin Landseer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tul-lock-chish-ko-drinks-the-juice-of-the-stone-choctaw-george-catlin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eTul-lock-chísh-ko, Drinks the Juice of the Stone (Choctaw) - George Catlin — George Catlin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francisco de Goya y Lucientes","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58684745679183,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58684765634895,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58684765667663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58684765700431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58684765733199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58684765765967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58684765798735,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58684765831503,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58684765864271,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58684765897039,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58684765929807,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58684765962575,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jos-Costa-y-Bonells-Called-Pepito_Poster_CompositorV1_1788611242055.jpg?v=1788611709"},{"product_id":"bullfight-in-a-divided-ring-francisco-de-goya-y-lucientes","title":"Bullfight in a Divided Ring - Francisco de Goya y Lucientes","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic depiction of a bullfight by Francisco de Goya, featuring a divided arena and expressive, loose brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrancisco de Goya y Lucientes captured the raw energy of the Spanish bullring in this work, painted during the early nineteenth century. The composition is split by a central barrier, a device that allows the artist to present two distinct phases of the spectacle simultaneously. On the left, a matador engages a bull, while on the right, a picador on horseback prepares for the encounter. The crowd, rendered with quick, suggestive brushstrokes, fills the background, their presence indicated by a sea of indistinct figures beneath a turbulent, overcast sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoya utilised a muted palette of earth tones, ochres, and greys, punctuated by the occasional flash of colour in the costumes of the participants. The lighting is dramatic, casting long shadows across the sandy arena floor and creating a sense of immediacy. Unlike the polished, academic depictions of the era, this work prioritises the atmosphere and the chaotic nature of the event. The figures are not rendered with clinical precision, but rather with an economy of form that conveys movement and tension. The architecture of the arena is suggested rather than detailed, keeping the focus on the interaction between the men and the animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting reflects Goya's lifelong fascination with the customs and social rituals of Spain. He often returned to the theme of the bullfight, viewing it as a microcosm of human conflict and spectacle. The work avoids sentimentality, presenting the scene with a detached, observational quality. The brushwork is loose and expressive, characteristic of his later period, where he moved away from the constraints of formal portraiture toward a more personal, emotive style. The result is a scene that feels caught in a moment of transition, capturing the dust, the noise, and the peril inherent in the bullring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/highland-lassie-edwin-henry-landseer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHighland Lassie - Edwin Henry Landseer — Edwin Landseer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tul-lock-chish-ko-drinks-the-juice-of-the-stone-choctaw-george-catlin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eTul-lock-chísh-ko, Drinks the Juice of the Stone (Choctaw) - George Catlin — George Catlin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francisco de Goya y Lucientes","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58685318660431,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58685380690255,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58685380723023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58685380755791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58685380788559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58685380821327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58685380854095,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58685380886863,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58685380919631,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58685380952399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58685380985167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58685381017935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Bullfight-in-a-Divided-Ring_Poster_CompositorV1_1788613981346.jpg?v=1788614757"},{"product_id":"josefa-de-castilla-portugal-y-van-asbrock-de-garcini-francisco-de-goya-y-lucientes","title":"Josefa de Castilla Portugal y van Asbrock de Garcini - Francisco de Goya y Lucientes","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1804 portrait by Francisco de Goya, featuring Josefa de Castilla Portugal y van Asbrock de Garcini in a direct, unadorned style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait by Francisco de Goya y Lucientes depicts Josefa de Castilla Portugal y van Asbrock de Garcini, painted in 1804. Goya, a master of the Spanish court, captures his subject with a directness that avoids the rigid formality often associated with aristocratic portraiture of the period. The sitter is positioned against a dark, neutral background, which directs the viewer's attention to her features and the texture of her attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJosefa is shown with long, flowing hair that cascades over her shoulders. She wears a simple white dress, rendered with loose, confident brushwork that suggests the fabric's weight and drape. Her hands are clasped in her lap, holding a small fan, a common accessory in Spanish portraiture of the era. The lighting is focused, illuminating her face and the upper portion of her dress, while the lower sections recede into the shadows of the seating area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoya's technique here demonstrates his ability to balance realism with a psychological presence. The paint application is economical, yet it conveys the sitter's likeness with clarity. The inscription at the bottom right corner confirms the identity of the subject and the date of the work. This piece offers a view into the private sphere of the Spanish elite during the early nineteenth century, stripped of the elaborate settings or symbols of status that defined more official commissions. It remains a clear example of Goya's approach to portraiture, where the character of the individual takes precedence over decorative artifice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/highland-lassie-edwin-henry-landseer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHighland Lassie - Edwin Henry Landseer — Edwin Landseer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tul-lock-chish-ko-drinks-the-juice-of-the-stone-choctaw-george-catlin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eTul-lock-chísh-ko, Drinks the Juice of the Stone (Choctaw) - George Catlin — George Catlin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Francisco de Goya y Lucientes","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58685412475215,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58685445865807,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58685445898575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58685445931343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58685445964111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58685445996879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58685446029647,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58685446062415,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58685446095183,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58685446127951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58685446160719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58685446193487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Josefa-de-Castilla-Portugal-y-van-Asbrock-de-Garcini_Poster_CompositorV1_1788614635367.jpg?v=1788615391"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/collections\/francisco-de-goya-y-lucientes.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}