Project Gutenberg 2013-03-28 Public domain in the USA. 164 Crastre, François Crastre, Fr. (François) Crastre, Francois Cooper, Frederic Taber 1864 1937 Cooper, Fridericus Taber Goya Masterpieces in colour Produced by sp1nd, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Goya" by François Crastre is a biography written in the early 20th century that explores the life and works of the renowned Spanish painter Francisco José Goya. The book discusses the significant impact Goya had on Spanish art and how he revitalized it after a period of decline, showcasing both his artistic genius and his tumultuous personal life. It delves into his early years, his rise to prominence, and his contributions to the genres of portraiture and genre painting. In the biography, Crastre chronicles Goya's journey from his humble beginnings in Fuendetodos to becoming the official painter for the Spanish crown. The narrative highlights Goya's early artistic training under Don José Lujan Martinez and his subsequent experiences in Madrid and Italy, where he honed his craft. The text vividly illustrates Goya's passionate and often rebellious spirit, his interactions with the Spanish court, and his transition from traditional themes to those reflecting the struggles of his time, particularly during the tumultuous period of the French occupation of Spain. Notable works such as "The Caprices" are examined, showcasing his ability to blend social commentary with art, ultimately solidifying his status as one of the greatest Spanish painters. The biography concludes with Goya’s later years in exile, reflecting his enduring legacy as an artist who captured the essence of Spanish life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) file:///public/vhost/g/gutenberg/html/files/42425/42425-h/images/cover.jpg Reading ease score: 54.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. en Goya, Francisco, 1746-1828 ND Text Masterpieces in Colour Browsing: Art & Photography Category: Biographies Category: Art 99747 2025-06-17T08:06:48.040820 text/html 95968 2013-03-28T14:37:46 text/html; charset=utf-8 493966 2025-06-17T08:06:50.900784 application/epub+zip 493977 2025-06-17T08:06:48.694861 application/epub+zip 84634 2025-06-17T08:06:48.337800 application/epub+zip 541182 2025-06-17T08:06:52.725336 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 526722 2025-06-17T08:06:50.565820 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 118518 2022-09-19T11:23:04.422011 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 82535 2025-06-17T08:06:47.749813 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 82515 2013-03-28T14:37:44 text/plain; charset=utf-8 16945 2025-06-17T08:06:52.872279 application/rdf+xml 21410 2025-06-17T08:06:48.421832 image/jpeg 3662 2025-06-17T08:06:48.377797 image/jpeg 476198 2025-06-17T08:06:48.081796 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia