The Disasters Of War (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163159651)

The Disasters of War is a collection of 80 prints created by Spanish artist Francisco de Goya between 1810 and 1820. The prints depict the atrocities and horrors of the Peninsular War and the Spanish War of Independence, which took place between 1808 and 1814. The images are graphic and disturbing, showing scenes of violence, torture, and death. Goya's use of dramatic lighting and bold lines creates a sense of urgency and intensity, emphasizing the brutality of war. The prints were not published during Goya's lifetime, but were eventually released in 1863, long after his death. The Disasters of War is considered a powerful anti-war statement and a significant work of art.Eighty-Five Etchings By Goya With An Essay On The Artist�������s Life And Work And An Introduction To The Etchings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Francisco De Goya
ISBN-10: 1163159654
ISBN-13: 9781163159651
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 148
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.46lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.32d