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The Straw Manikin

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The scene unfolds with a theatrical quality; a masked figure, suspended mid-air, is the focal point. He appears to be falling or perhaps being launched upwards, his body arched and limbs outstretched. Beneath him, a group of women in elegant attire hold a large sheet, their expressions a mix of delight and attentiveness. The figures are bathed in a soft, diffused light that hints at an overcast day or a twilight setting. The backdrop features a simple landscape, with hints of greenery and a building in the distance, adding depth to the composition.

The Straw Manikin

Francisco Goya

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1791

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3506 × 5990 px
1600 × 2670 mm

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