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Caprice

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The artwork plunges us into a scene of dramatic intensity, where the earthly and celestial realms collide with unsettling ambiguity. A dark, swirling atmosphere engulfs the composition, setting the stage for a visual narrative steeped in mystery. Above, a stark white bull ascends, its form sharply contrasting with the surrounding gloom; it's as if a symbol of purity is striving to escape the chaos below. The bull is accompanied by other creatures, some of which cast eerie shadows, adding to the dreamlike quality of the scene.

Below, a mass of figures gathers, their faces and actions rendered with a frantic energy, hinting at a tumultuous struggle. Their forms are loosely defined, yet the raw emotion of their plight is palpable. The palette is subdued, dominated by dark, earthy tones, only punctuated by the ghostly pallor of the bull and the scattered glimmers of light. This contrast further enhances the feeling of unease, heightening the psychological impact of the work.

Caprice

Francisco Goya

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Created:

1819

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Dimensions:

6164 × 4942 px
500 × 378 mm

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