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El albañil borracho – boceto

by Francisco de Goya

What is El albañil borracho – boceto? El albañil borracho – boceto is a masterpiece created in 1786 by Francisco de Goya. This Watercolor and gouache on paper (carton) is currently housed at the Museo Nacional del Prado. Use our interactive viewer below to explore community observations and add your own visual notes.

Detailed view of El albañil borracho – boceto by Francisco de Goya at Museo Nacional del Prado

About the Artwork

A sketch depicting a group of laborers, including a drunken bricklayer, in a rustic setting. The work captures a candid moment with strong emotional resonance and dramatic composition. The sketch was originally created for the King's approval.

Same period

From the same era · circa 1786

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