Maria Luisa of Parma, Queen of Spain
1789 Museo del Prado
About this artwork
This portrait captures Maria Luisa of Parma, the Queen of Spain, dressed in elaborate 18th-century court attire, including a large decorative hat and a royal mantle. It is a work by the Spanish master Francisco Goya, highlighting the regal status of the subject.
Did you know?
Francisco Goya served as a court painter to the Spanish crown, and his portraits of the royal family are known for their unflinching, sometimes stark realism. Although commissioned to flatter the subjects, Goya often hinted at the complex personalities and subtle vulnerabilities behind the facade of absolute power. This specific portrait captures the Queen shortly after her husband's accession to the throne, marking a significant moment in Spanish court history.
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Maria Luisa of Parma, Queen of Spain
Francisco Goya, 1789
