Who painted Disparate allegre (Merry Folly)?

Disparate allegre (Merry Folly) was painted by Francisco Goya in 1816.

Where can I see Disparate allegre (Merry Folly)?

Disparate allegre (Merry Folly) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Disparate allegre (Merry Folly)?

Disparate allegre (Merry Folly) is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Disparate allegre (Merry Folly)

Francisco Goya , 1816

Disparate allegre (Merry Folly) is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Francisco Goya. It dates from 1816 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Disparate alegre (Merry Folly) is a print created by Francisco Goya around 1816, printed posthumously between 1854 and 1863. It is part of his Disparates series, a collection of works that examine societal contradictions and human folly.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a chaotic scene of figures engaged in frenzied activity, their faces expressive and pale against a dark background. The image captures a moment of wild, uncontrolled action, conveying tension between revelry and underlying disorder.

Technique & Style

Goya employed a combination of etching, burnished aquatint, and drypoint to achieve a dynamic visual effect. The mix of sketchy lines and smooth shading creates a sense of movement and energy, capturing the figures in mid-motion.