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The Proverbs:  Clear Folly, by Francisco Goya, 1864

The Proverbs: Clear Folly

Francisco Goya

1864

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Proverbs: Clear Folly is a 1864 by Francisco Goya, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Francisco Goya
When & what style?
1864 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a chaotic scene with multiple figures, some of whom appear to be in a state of turmoil or distress. The dominant colors are dark and muted, with shades of black, grey, and brown. The brushstrokes are expressive and dynamic, conveying a sense of energy and movement. In the foreground, a group of people are gathered, some of whom are engaged in physical altercations. The atmosphere is tense and chaotic, with a sense of disorder and confusion. The use of dark colors and bold brushstrokes adds to the overall sense of drama and intensity. The painting's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume and depth, adds to the overall sense of drama and tension. To learn more about this technique, explore the works of Francisco de Goya.

About the artist

Portrait of Francisco Goya
Artist

Francisco Goya

Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.

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