Francisco Goya: Los Caprichos
Francisco Goya, with his unparalleled mastery of light and shadow and his ability to navigate between politics and emotion, is celebrated as one of the fathers of modern art. Now, you can explore one of his groundbreaking etching series at the recently refurbished National Gallery, just a stone’s throw from Pangrati’s vibrant bar scene.
Los Caprichos—80 prints created in 1797–98 and printed in 1803—reveals Goya at his most daring. As Spain’s royal court painter, he turned his artistry into social commentary, confronting themes like superstition, corruption, and hypocrisy in 18th-century society.
This exceptional exhibition includes both the Greek National Gallery’s complete set of finished prints and Goya’s original sketches, offering a rare glimpse into his creative process. Through etching and aquatint, Goya broke traditions, delivering sharp critiques that redefined the possibilities of art.
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Price: €5, €10
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Time: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Weekend: 10 am – 6 pm, Wednesday: 12 – 8 pm
- National Gallery, 50 Vassileos Konstantinou, Athens, 116 34
- +30 210 723 5857
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