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1787 Museo del Prado
About this artwork
This painting is one of the four cartoons for tapestries designed by Francisco Goya for the dining room of the Prince of Asturias at the El Pardo Palace. It depicts a lively scene of haymakers resting and working in the fields.
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Originally commissioned to decorate the royal palace, this work captures the seasonal activities of the Spanish peasantry. The scene is noted for its focus on the common folk rather than the royalty typically depicted in such opulent locations at the time, showcasing Goya's developing interest in the lives of ordinary people.
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Francisco Goya, 1787
