Francisco Goya, Self-Portrait

Spain · 1930 · 1 PTA

This stamp features a self-portrait by the renowned Spanish romantic painter and printmaker Francisco Goya (1746–1828). The design is based on his 1815 self-portrait, capturing the artist in his later years. It was part of a definitive series honoring famous Spanish figures.

Issued in 1930 during the final year of King Alfonso XIII's reign, this stamp reflects a period of celebrating Spain's rich cultural heritage amidst growing political instability that would soon lead to the Second Spanish Republic.