Artwork
The Proverbs: Ridiculous Folly
The Proverbs: Ridiculous Folly is a print by the Impressionist artist Francisco Goya. It is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Proverbs: Ridiculous Folly is a print by Francisco de Goya, dated to 1815-1824, though sometimes reported as 1864, and is now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a group of somber figures in old-fashioned attire seated on a tree branch against a dark background, conveying a sense of drama and depth.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic style, the work showcases attention to detail in textures and expressions, with chiaroscuro enhancing the scene's depth and dramatic effect.
Context
The print is characteristic of Goya's oeuvre, reflecting his innovative and expressive use of chiaroscuro, a technique that creates strong contrasts between light and dark.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
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