La Tirana (Goya, 1794) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids La Tirana
Artist	Francisco de Goya
Year	1794
Medium	Oil painting

La Tirana is a famous painting from 1794 by the Spanish artist Francisco de Goya. It is a portrait of a well-known actress named María del Rosario Fernández. She was known by her stage name, 'La Tirana'.

Goya painted this artwork using oil on canvas. This means he used oil paints on a piece of strong fabric. The painting shows the actress in a detailed and lifelike way.

Who Was La Tirana?

María del Rosario Fernández was a very popular actress in Spain during Goya's time. She got her nickname 'La Tirana' from her actor husband, Francisco Castellanos, who was called el Tirano (meaning 'the Tyrant').

Goya actually painted two portraits of La Tirana. This one, from 1794, is the second. The other painting of her, made in 1792, can be found at the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando in Spain.

About the Artist: Francisco de Goya

Francisco de Goya (1746–1828) was one of the most important Spanish painters of his time. He was known for his portraits, as well as for paintings that showed everyday life and historical events. Goya's art often captured the feelings and changes happening in Spain during his long career.

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