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Discover the captivating biography of Francisco Goya, a pivotal figure in Spanish art and history. This brand new edition, published in 2020 by Princeton University Press, delves deep into the extraordinary life of Goya (1746-1828), revealing his journey against the backdrop of a transformative era in Spain. Janis Tomlinson meticulously examines renowned documents, including personal letters and Goya's early career sketchbook, to craft a rich, nuanced portrait of this legendary painter and printmaker.
Explore Goya's remarkable artistry that encapsulates the tumult of his time—from the socioeconomic upheavals and the devastating war against Napoleon to the political instability that shaped his perspectives. Tomlinson confronts the commonly held perception of Goya as a solitary genius haunted by themes of darkness and death. Instead, she highlights Goya's charismatic nature and ambition, which played pivotal roles in his success at the Spanish court.
Experience insights into Goya's vibrant family life, his travels through Spain, and his enduring friendships that influenced his artworks. The biography covers the spectrum of his imagery—from iconic royal portraits to powerful depictions of war atrocities and visionary works that challenge reason. Learn about the personal challenges Goya faced, including the heart-wrenching loss of six children and his struggle with deafness, paired with an invigorated artistic freedom captured in what are now celebrated as the 'black paintings.'
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691192048
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2020
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
The life of Francisco Goya (1746-1828) coincided with an age of transformation in Spanish history that brought upheavals in the country's politics and at the court which Goya served, changes in society, the devastation of the Iberian Peninsula in the war against Napoleon, and an ensuing period of political instability. In this revelatory biography, Janis Tomlinson draws on a wide range of documents-including letters, court papers, and a sketchbook used by Goya in the early years of his career-to provide a nuanced portrait of a complex and multifaceted painter and printmaker, whose art is synonymous with compelling images of the people, events, and social revolution that defined his life and era.
Tomlinson challenges the popular image of the artist as an isolated figure obsessed with darkness and death, showing how Goya's likeability and ambition contributed to his success at court, and offering new perspectives on his youth, rich family life, extensive travels, and lifelong friendships. She explores the full breadth of his imagery-from scenes inspired by life in Madrid to visions of worlds without reason, from royal portraits to the atrocities of war. She sheds light on the artist's personal trials, including the deaths of six children and the onset of deafness in middle age, but also reconsiders the conventional interpretation of Goya's late years as a period of disillusion, viewing them instead as years of liberated artistic invention, most famously in the murals on the walls of his country house, popularly known as the 'black' paintings.
Explore Goya's remarkable artistry that encapsulates the tumult of his time—from the socioeconomic upheavals and the devastating war against Napoleon to the political instability that shaped his perspectives. Tomlinson confronts the commonly held perception of Goya as a solitary genius haunted by themes of darkness and death. Instead, she highlights Goya's charismatic nature and ambition, which played pivotal roles in his success at the Spanish court.
Experience insights into Goya's vibrant family life, his travels through Spain, and his enduring friendships that influenced his artworks. The biography covers the spectrum of his imagery—from iconic royal portraits to powerful depictions of war atrocities and visionary works that challenge reason. Learn about the personal challenges Goya faced, including the heart-wrenching loss of six children and his struggle with deafness, paired with an invigorated artistic freedom captured in what are now celebrated as the 'black paintings.'
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691192048
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2020
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
The life of Francisco Goya (1746-1828) coincided with an age of transformation in Spanish history that brought upheavals in the country's politics and at the court which Goya served, changes in society, the devastation of the Iberian Peninsula in the war against Napoleon, and an ensuing period of political instability. In this revelatory biography, Janis Tomlinson draws on a wide range of documents-including letters, court papers, and a sketchbook used by Goya in the early years of his career-to provide a nuanced portrait of a complex and multifaceted painter and printmaker, whose art is synonymous with compelling images of the people, events, and social revolution that defined his life and era.
Tomlinson challenges the popular image of the artist as an isolated figure obsessed with darkness and death, showing how Goya's likeability and ambition contributed to his success at court, and offering new perspectives on his youth, rich family life, extensive travels, and lifelong friendships. She explores the full breadth of his imagery-from scenes inspired by life in Madrid to visions of worlds without reason, from royal portraits to the atrocities of war. She sheds light on the artist's personal trials, including the deaths of six children and the onset of deafness in middle age, but also reconsiders the conventional interpretation of Goya's late years as a period of disillusion, viewing them instead as years of liberated artistic invention, most famously in the murals on the walls of his country house, popularly known as the 'black' paintings.