Ferdinand VII (1784–1833), When Prince of Asturias

Goya

Created:
Movement:
1805
Neoclassicism
key Notes:
Regal portraiture, Neoclassical elegance
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Dimensions:
32 3/4 x 26 1/4 in. (83.2 x 66.7 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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Ferdinand VII (1784–1833), When Prince of Asturias

The painting "Ferdinand VII (1784–1833), When Prince of Asturias" was created by Francisco de Goya in 1805 using oil on canvas. This portrait captures Ferdinand VII during his tenure as the Prince of Asturias, a period marked by political turbulence in Spain. Goya, renowned for his ability to convey psychological depth, presents Ferdinand with a sense of regal authority and introspection. The work is significant as it reflects Goya's role as a court painter during a time of significant political change, preceding Ferdinand's tumultuous reign as king. Goya's career spanned a transformative era in Spanish history, and his portraits often reveal the complexities of his subjects' personalities and the socio-political context of the time. This painting is a testament to Goya's mastery in portraiture and his acute observation of the human condition.

Description of the work:

The painting "Ferdinand VII (1784–1833), When Prince of Asturias" by Francisco Goya, created in 1805, is an oil on canvas portrait that exemplifies Goya's adeptness in capturing the psychological depth and regal bearing of his subjects. This artwork, housed in the Museo del Prado, Madrid, reflects the neoclassical style prevalent during the period, emphasizing clarity and restrained elegance.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Ferdinand VII (1784–1833), When Prince of Asturias