Little Prisoner by Francisco de Goya. Black and white artwork on paper. The artwork shows a young boy or girl sitting on the ground with hands bound behind back. The child's head is slumped down to one side. The child's clothes appear to be disheveled. Surrounding the artwork is cream paper. The artwork itself has a darker background. The child appears to be imprisoned. The child's body position suggests sadness or defeat. A pipe or similar object lies on the ground. The overall mood of the artwork is somber. The artwork appears to be an etching or engraving. The child's facial expression is not visible. The child's hair appears to be dark. The child's clothing includes a white shirt. The bound hands are behind the child's back.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 605 × 893 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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