Majas

At the time of Goya (18-19th century) the Spanish society, particularly in Madrid, used the term “majas” to people of low social status. They distinguished themselves by their clothing and behavior. “Majos” were called “Frenchified” (under French influence).


Na época de Goya (séc. XVIII-XIX) a sociedade espanhola, principalmente a Madrilena, atribuía o termo 'majas' às pessoas de baixa condição social. Distinguiam-se pelo seu vestuário e comportamento. Aos 'majos' chamavam 'afrancesados' (Frenchified).

Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828)-the naked Maja'-oil on canvas-(1797-1800) Madrid-Museo del Prado

Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828)-'Majas on a balcony'-oil on canvas-(1808-1812) Madrid-Museo del Prado

Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828)-'the clothed Maja'-oil on canvas Madrid-Museo del Prado

Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828)-'Maja y los embozados' 'Maja and muffleds'-oil on canvas Madrid-Museo del Prado

Ignacio Zuloaga y Zabaleta (1870-1945)-'reclining Maja with blue and gold'-oil on canvas Private collection