The Proverbs

Francisco de Goya

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image shows a collection of 20 black and white artworks, arranged in four rows of five. The artwork is titled "The Proverbs" by Francisco de Goya. The images are monochromatic, with various shades of gray. The scenes depict people in different settings, including a group of people gathered around a tree, a person riding a horse, and a group of people fighting. Some images show people interacting with animals, such as a person with a bat-like creature. Other scenes show people in dark, eerie settings, with shadows and lighting creating a sense of drama and tension. The artworks feature detailed linework and shading, with some areas of high contrast. The overall mood of the artworks appears to be dark and ominous.