Self-Portrait with Top Hat
c. 1790-1795 Belvedere
About this artwork
This intimate portrait depicts the artist wearing a tall, dark top hat against a dark, moody background. It is executed with loose, expressive brushstrokes characteristic of Goya's later style.
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Goya created several self-portraits throughout his life, each reflecting his evolving artistic technique and physical state. This particular image captures him with a sharp, piercing expression that suggests both his internal intensity and the turbulent historical era of late 18th-century Spain.
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Self-Portrait with Top Hat
Francisco Goya, c. 1790-1795
