The Rendezvous
1779 Museo del Prado
About this artwork
This oil on canvas painting was originally designed as a cartoon for a tapestry for the dining room of the Prince and Princess of Asturias at the Pardo Palace. It depicts a group of figures in a pastoral setting.
Did you know?
This work was part of a series of tapestries Goya created early in his career for the Spanish Royal Court. These 'cartoons' were used as patterns by weavers, and they helped establish Goya's reputation by capturing the vibrant, everyday life of the people of Madrid with a distinct blend of elegance and psychological depth.
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The Rendezvous
Francisco Goya, 1779
