The Duke and Duchess of Osuna and their Children
1788 Museo del Prado
About this artwork
A life-sized group portrait featuring the 9th Duke and Duchess of Osuna with their four children in a formal setting. The painting highlights the family's aristocratic status and includes symbolic toys like a toy carriage.
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The Duke and Duchess of Osuna were some of the most important patrons of Goya's career, commissioning several works from him. This specific portrait serves as a masterclass in representing Enlightenment-era family values, emphasizing the parents' role in raising and educating their children, who are depicted with various playthings reflecting their future societal roles.
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The Duke and Duchess of Osuna and their Children
Francisco Goya, 1788
