Goya - The threshing floor or summer (1786)

 Goya depicts the season with scenes of harvesters recovering from the summer heat by sitting next to piles of newly harvested wheat leaves. Some, like the figure on the right, continue their toil, while on the left, a group of farmers try to get drunk on another figure whose outfit and posture identify him as a figure. typical character - the village idiot. The feeling of siesta time masterfully captured by the artist completes the wise composition of this huge painting. This is the largest cartoon of the tapestries intended to decorate the dining room of the Prince of Asturias at the El Pardo Palace.(Museo del Prado, Madrid - Oil on canvas, 177 x 642 cm)

About the artwork:

The artwork Goya - The threshing floor or summer (1786) by renowned artist is one of the finest examples of the classical painting tradition, standing out for its refinement in every element and depth of meaning.

Produced in the height of European artistry, the famous painting is more than a painting; it is proof of the artist's genius, depicting life's grace and expressing emotions through brushstrokes.

Artist's signature technique in this piece comes through clearly in the use of subtle colors and delicate strokes, bringing a tranquil feel while rich in feeling.

The dominant colors, such as earthy green, blue, and light yellow, harmonize with the ambient light, adding remarkable depth and bringing the artwork to life.

Goya - The threshing floor or summer (1786) is widely praised by art critics as a timeless painting, with a significant impact in art history and stands as a representation of the artist's 's artistic prowess.

Today, this famous painting remains an infinite well of creativity, beloved and extensively studied in major art museums around the world.

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