Goya`s Graphic Imagination

Francisco Goya's graphic output is explored in this book, showcasing his technical virtuosity and boundless imagination. It includes two essays, a detailed chronology, and over 100 featured artworks, documenting the transformation and turmoil of the Enlightenment, the Inquisition, and Spain's constitutional government. The pieces range from early etchings to print series and lithographs, revealing Goya's nightmares, dreams, and visions.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 02 February 2021
Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art

This comprehensive exploration of Francisco Goya's artistic output showcases his remarkable technical skill and boundless imagination. Spanning six decades, Goya's works on paper capture the transformative and tumultuous era of the Enlightenment, the Inquisition, and Spain's constitutional government. Two essays, a detailed chronology, and over 100 featured artworks provide a deep insight into the vast range and profound impact of Goya's drawings and prints. The selected pieces showcase the evolution of Goya's graphic work, from his early etchings influenced by Velázquez to his print series like the Caprichos and The Disasters of War, as well as his late lithographs such as The Bulls of Bordeaux and his visionary albums of drawings.

Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art in collaboration with Yale University Press, this captivating book offers a glimpse into Goya's artistic journey. The exhibition schedule includes a visit to The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York from February 8 to May 2, 2021, where viewers can immerse themselves in the world of Goya's masterpieces.

This extensive examination of Francisco Goya's artistic output unveils his exceptional technical proficiency and limitless creativity. Spanning six decades, Goya's works on paper encapsulate the transformative and turbulent period of the Enlightenment, the Inquisition, and Spain's constitutional government. Two comprehensive essays, a meticulously compiled chronology, and an extensive collection of over 100 featured artworks offer a profound exploration into the vast expanse and profound influence of Goya's drawings and prints. The selected pieces showcase the evolution of Goya's graphic artistry, from his early etchings influenced by Velázquez to his print series such as the Caprichos and The Disasters of War, as well as his late lithographs such as The Bulls of Bordeaux and his visionary albums of drawings.

Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art in partnership with Yale University Press, this captivating book presents a captivating journey into the world of Goya's artistic endeavors. The exhibition schedule includes an opportunity to visit The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York from February 8 to May 2, 2021, where enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the awe-inspiring masterpieces of Goya.

Weight: 1702g
Dimension: 237 x 275 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781588397140