1791 Duchess of Alba by Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (Hispanic Society of America, New York City)

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When the Spanish Royal family let Goya get his chance to immortalize them, he made them look dumb - unlike the alert Duchess of Alba seen here.

1791 Duchess of Alba by Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (Hispanic Society of America, New York City)
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Spanish style is evident in the skirt, waist band, and mantilla worn by the Duchess of Alba in this 1795 Goya.

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Dec 13, 2010 5:51 PM
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