Circumcision
- Artist
- Francisco Goya
- Date
- 1774
- Style
- Romanticism
- Genre
- Religious painting
'Circumcision' is a prominent mural in the cycle of religious paintings by Francisco de Goya, found in the church of the Charterhouse of Aula Dei near Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain. Renowned for his unique approach blending Romanticism, Goya captured vivid emotion and drama in this religious scene. Rendered in secco, the Goya Murals in the Cartuja de Aula Dei illuminate various milestones in the Life of the Virgin, with 'Circumcision' occupying a significant space within this collection. This painting showcases Goya's ability blend tradition with his individual style, leaving an indelible mark on Spanish art.
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