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Disparate furioso (Furious Folly)

Francisco Goya

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of figures engaged in action against a dark background. The artwork depicts figures in dynamic poses, with some crouching or leaning forward while others stand upright. Their clothing appears loose and the scene is rendered in monochrome with strong contrasts between light and shadow. The background is dark and textured. The figures are represented in an exaggerated expressionist style, emphasizing the intensity of their movements and interactions.

Artwork Details

Date
in or after 1816
Medium
etching and burnished aquatint
Dimensions
4978 × 3404 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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