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Disparate desordenado (Disorderly Folly)

Francisco Goya

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of figures engaged in dramatic gestures and expressions. The scene is highly dynamic, with figures depicted in various postures interacting with one another. The composition is tightly packed, and the style is dark and atmospheric. The central figure appears to be gesturing or pointing and is surrounded by other figures with distinct, exaggerated facial expressions. The use of strong contrasts between light and shadow adds to the intensity and dramatic quality of the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
in or after 1816
Medium
etching, aquatint and drypoint
Dimensions
5037 × 3488 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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