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The boy and the friar; drawing by Francisco Goya, in the Prado Museum in Madrid
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The boy and the friar; drawing by Francisco Goya, in the Prado Museum in Madrid
The boy and the friar; drawing by Francisco Goya, in the Prado Museum in Madrid Spain Madrid, Prado Museum Drawing Romanticism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1922 ca.. Date of Artwork:1800-1828 ca.. Artist:Goya, Francisco Y Lucientes (1746-1828)
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© Alinari Archives, Florence
Caricature And Satire Clergy Farming And Country Life Frair Habit Of Social Conditions Skeleton Skull Tool Christian Religion Parts Of The Body Society And Politics Type Of Representation
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The Boy and the Friar
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is a captivating drawing by Francisco Goya, housed in the prestigious Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain. This artwork, created between 1800-1828 during the Romanticism period of the nineteenth century, showcases Goya's exceptional talent for capturing complex scenes with depth and emotion. In this thought-provoking piece, Goya presents a scene that combines elements of caricature and satire. The central figures are a young boy and a friar, representing two contrasting aspects of society. The boy holds a hoe, symbolizing his connection to farming and country life. Meanwhile, the friar's religious habit signifies his role within the Christian religion. Goya's attention to detail is evident as he portrays both characters' clothing with precision. He masterfully depicts various parts of their bodies; while the boy appears nude from waist up, highlighting innocence and vulnerability, the friar is fully clothed in his clergy attire. Through this composition, Goya subtly comments on social conditions and politics of his time. Poverty seems to be an underlying theme as it resonates through both characters' appearances. Additionally, Europe's first and second millenniums are referenced through symbols such as a skeleton skull present in the background. This photograph captures "The Boy and the Friar" around 1922 when it was already considered an invaluable masterpiece by art enthusiasts worldwide. Anderson from Alinari has skillfully preserved this moment in time for us to appreciate Goya's genius even today. As you gaze upon this print at home or in your office space (not for commercial use), let yourself be transported back to nineteenth-century Europe where art served as a powerful medium for commentary on society’s complexities
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