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Goya, Bronze monument in Plaza Mayor, Madrid, Spain

The bronze statue stands at the center of Plaza Mayor, depicting Francisco Goya in traditional Spanish attire from the 18th century period.

The monument was inaugurated in 1902 to commemorate the contributions of Francisco Goya, who served as court painter to the Spanish Crown.

The statue represents Goya's influence on Spanish art through his paintings that captured both royal portraits and social commentary of his time.

The monument serves as a central meeting point for guided tours of Madrid's historic district, with numerous cafes and restaurants surrounding it.

The statue's base contains relief sculptures depicting scenes from Goya's most famous works, including 'The Third of May 1808' and 'La Maja Desnuda'.

GPS coordinates: 40.41498,-3.69254

Latest update: March 4, 2025 07:03

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