And So Was His Grandfather

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "And So Was His Grandfather", originally brought to life by the talented Francisco De Goya y Lucientes. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Francisco De Goya y Lucientes and his artistic vision.

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"And So Was His Grandfather" is an etching by the renowned Spanish artist Francisco de Goya y Lucientes, created as part of his famous series of prints known as "Los Caprichos." Executed between 1797 and 1799, "Los Caprichos" is a satirical and critical reflection on the society of Goya's time, touching on themes such as the folly of human behavior, the corruption of the church and the nobility, and superstitious beliefs.

The etching "And So Was His Grandfather" is numbered as plate 39 in the series of 80 prints. The image depicts a young man being fitted for a jacket while a tailor takes his measurements. The focus of the satire in this particular print is on the inheritance of social status and the idea that nobility is an innate quality, regardless of personal merit or behavior. The title suggests that the young man's grandfather was also of the same social standing, implying a critique of the perpetuation of aristocratic privilege through generations.

Goya's "Los Caprichos" were initially put on sale in 1799, but due to the sensitive nature of the content and the potential for political backlash, Goya withdrew the prints from sale shortly after. The series was later gifted to the Royal Calcography in 1803, and the plates were kept under royal custody. "And So Was His Grandfather," like the rest of the "Los Caprichos" prints, is known for its masterful use of aquatint and etching to achieve a wide range of tonal effects, contributing to the dramatic and often eerie atmosphere of the images.

The "Los Caprichos" series has been widely studied and is considered a significant work in the canon of Western art, both for its technical innovation and for its insightful, if scathing, social commentary. "And So Was His Grandfather" remains a pertinent example of Goya's critical eye and his ability to encapsulate complex social critiques within the framework of his art.

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