Pobrecitas! (Poor little girls!) (1796-1797)
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"Pobrecitas!" (Poor little girls!) is an evocative etching by the renowned Spanish artist Francisco de Goya, created between 1796 and 1797. This poignant work is part of Goya's celebrated series of prints that offer a profound commentary on societal issues of his time.In this striking piece, Goya presents a somber scene featuring three figures, cloaked in darkness, seeming to offer one another consolation or aid. Central to the composition is a woman dressed in a white headscarf who holds a child, conveying a palpable sense of protectiveness and maternal care. Flanking her are two additional figures, their faces marked by expressions of concern and sorrow, and their postures suggesting movement and support.Goya's masterful use of chiaroscuro (the contrast between light and dark) not only highlights the emotional gravity of the scene but also emphasizes the hardship and vulnerability of the figures depicted. The title, "Pobrecitas!", underlines the artist's empathy and social critique, drawing attention to the plight of the poor and the social injustices they faced during his era.
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Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker. He is considered the most important Spanish artist of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His paintings, drawings, and engravings reflected contemporary historical upheavals and influenced important 19th- and 20th-century painters. Goya is often referred to as the last of the Old Masters and the first of the moderns.