Artists

Francisco de Goya

Press release

EUROPALIA ESPAÑA: Luz y sombra. Goya and Spanish Realism Francisco de Goya (1746-1828) became famous for his monumental portraits of the upper classes and traditional scenes of popular festivals. However, in stark contrast, he was also known for his fierce, gripping depictions of the injustices, abuses and horrors of his time. EUROPALIA ESPAÑA's main exhibition brings together engravings and paintings by Goya from collections around the world, in dialogue with works by his contemporaries as well as by artists from more recent generations, right up to the present day. The exhibition explores the formal, conceptual and ideological legacy of Goya, whose work has played a major role in shaping the collective imaginary of what is perceived as ‘Spanish’, and which continues to intrigue, move and inspire audiences today.