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The Colossus (also called Coloso or the Giant) (oil on canvas, 1808-1812)
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The Colossus (also called Coloso or the Giant) (oil on canvas, 1808-1812)
LRI4606089 The Colossus (also called Coloso or the Giant) (oil on canvas, 1808-1812) by Julia, Asensio (el Pescadoret) (1760-1832); Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: The Colossus Silhouette of a giant walking through the plains of a very dark landscape and sowing fear, death, misery and flight of the Spanish people. It is a symbol of Spains war of independence against Napoleon I Bonaparte. Painting long attributed Francisco de Goya (1746-1828) but signed A. J. Asensio Julia (1760-1832), 1808-1812 Sun. 1, 16 X 1, 05 m Madrid. Musee Du Prado - The Colossus (also called Coloso or the Giant). Silhouette of a giant walking through a dark landscape causing fear, death and misery as people flee in panic. its seen as a symbol of the Spanish resistance during the independence war against Napoleon I Bonaparte. Painting previously attributed to Francisco de Goya (1746-1828) but signed A.J. Asensio Julia (1760-1832), one of Goyas assistants. 1808-1812. Oil on canvas, 1.16 x 1.05 m. Prado Museum, Madrid, Spain.); Luisa Ricciarini
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This print showcases "The Colossus (also called Coloso or the Giant)" an oil on canvas masterpiece created between 1808 and 1812 by Julia Asensio, also known as el Pescadoret. Housed in the Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain, this painting depicts a silhouette of a colossal figure striding through a desolate landscape, instilling fear, death, and misery while causing people to flee in panic. Originally attributed to Francisco de Goya but signed by A. J. Asensio Julia, one of Goya's assistants, this artwork symbolizes Spain's war of independence against Napoleon I Bonaparte. The dark tones and haunting imagery evoke the Spanish resistance during this tumultuous period. Measuring 1.16 x 1.05 meters, the painting is filled with powerful symbolism that reflects the turmoil faced by the Spanish people at that time. It serves as a reminder of their strength and resilience amidst adversity. Luisa Ricciarini beautifully captures this iconic artwork through her lens in this print from Fine Art Finder. Her attention to detail allows viewers to appreciate every brushstroke and emotion conveyed within "The Colossus". Whether displayed in homes or galleries worldwide, this image invites contemplation on history's impact on art and society while honoring both Goya's legacy and Asensio Julia's contribution to his work.
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