The Clothed Maja (La maja vestita) Francisco Jose De Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828)

Description of Francisco de Goya’s painting "The Dressed Maha"

The artist’s most famous work is "Macha Dressed." Many argue about who was the model with whom this famous painting was painted. Some say that the Duchess of Alba herself is before us. But today the researchers are sure that the painter posed the painter more than one girl.

The painting is incredibly realistic. Amazing skill Goya, who was able to create such splendor. The silvery white dress with a belt of pinkish hue, golden bolero and cushions of greenish hue really fascinate .

The audience is presented with a woman in a costume that fits snugly around her body. She gives the full impression that we are in front of a harem. The whole outfit deliberately emphasizes the beauty of the body, which is guessed through the fabric.

The body tempts and teases. It seems that in a moment it will miraculously become real. Streaks of light and shadow run across the waistband and dress. This creates fabulous shimmers.

The heroine of the painting attracts with her incredible sexuality. She seems to attract everyone who looks at her.

Goya managed to masterfully convey the perfect beauty of the woman. The fabric is so light and translucent that it does not prevent the viewer from enjoying every curve of her body. If the heroine were nude, the picture would not be so appealing. The viewers have to constantly fantasize a little, drawing up in their imagination what is hidden beneath the outfit. This makes the maha all the more desirable.

Goya has deliberately left out the background. It gives the impression that the bed stands in a completely empty space. All his attention is concentrated on the female image. Masterful color transitions create truly magical effects. Skillful play with contrasts gives the canvas a particularly powerful sound. The image becomes the most tangible and alive.

The painting is both magical and realistic.