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Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Painting Royalty

In 1783 I was commissioned to do a portrait of the Count of Floridablanca. I also became good friends with Crown prince Don Luis.

Out of these commissions and friendships my reputation grew until in 1799 I was named First Court Painter and given a huge salary.



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Francisco_de_Goya_y_Lucientes_054.jpg
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6 comments:

  1. Jane AustenApril 19, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    The family is lovely and illustrates their wealth and power without any hesitation. The attire, though more extravgant than my meager class lifestyle, is not far from my own era's Regency fashion, flowing skirt and close-fit bosom, and the pants with tights.

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  2. Mercy Otis WarrenApril 21, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    This painting brings back so many memories. You see, I came from a very close and patriotic family. I was fifth of thirteen children. I have to admit, we did not quite dress like this. But I find the painting exquisite and memorable.

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  3. Francisco GoyaApril 22, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    To Ms.Jane Austen,

    Interestingly enough this family is a matriarchy. allthough the man on the right is in fact the count, his wife on the left holding the children has all the power and money.

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  4. Francisco GoyaApril 22, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    To Mrs. Warren,

    Indeed, The counts family were high ranking officials. As for the clothes, because of the counts position and income the family was able to purchase clothes that were in the hight of fashion in the upper classes.

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  5. Lord ByronApril 25, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Very lucky for you to have had this opportunity!

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  6. Francisco GoyaApril 29, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    To Lord Byron,

    Yes in fact, it was this painting that had gotten me recognition as a painter and moved my career foward.

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