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El Pelele, (The Straw Manikin), 1791-1792, (c1934). Artist: Francisco Goya
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El Pelele, (The Straw Manikin), 1791-1792, (c1934). Artist: Francisco Goya
El Pelele, (The Straw Manikin), 1791-1792, (c1934). Four young women laugh and play, blanket-tossing a doll or manikin. The blanket-tossing of a doll is used here by Goya as a clear allegory of womens domination of men. This painting was used for the tapestries in Carlos IVs office at El Escorial. Oil on canvas. Held in the Museo del Prado, Madrid. From Galerias De Europa: Museo Del Prado, by A. De Beruete y Moret & Augusto L. Mayer. [Editorial Labor, S.A. Barcelona, c1934]
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The print captures Francisco Goya's masterpiece, "El Pelele" or "The Straw Manikin" painted between 1791 and 1792. In this lively scene, four young women are seen laughing and playing as they engage in the age-old tradition of blanket-tossing a doll or manikin. Goya cleverly employs this playful act as an allegory to depict women's dominance over men. Originally created for tapestries adorning Carlos IV's office at El Escorial, the painting showcases Goya's exceptional talent with oil on canvas. Currently held in the Museo del Prado in Madrid, it stands as a testament to his artistic prowess. This particular print is featured in the publication "Galerias De Europa: Museo Del Prado" by A. De Beruete y Moret & Augusto L. Mayer from c1934. The image portrays an exterior portrait of standing females engaging in play while highlighting various elements such as toys, color, and dominance. As we delve into this artwork from the late 18th century through a lens that belongs to the early 20th century, we witness how Goya skillfully captures human likeness and conveys complex concepts through his brushstrokes. This print serves as a valuable collector's item for art enthusiasts who appreciate both historical significance and aesthetic beauty captured within one frame.
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