Goetz Aided by the Gypsies 1845 - 1860

"Goetz Aided by the Gypsies" is a lithograph created by Eugène Delacroix between 1845 and 1860. This artwork, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, depicts a scene from the play "Goetz von Berlichingen" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Delacroix, known for his Romantic style, utilizes rich detail and expressive lines to capture the dramatic moment where Goetz, a German knight, is helped by a group of gypsies while he is on horseback. The image is a testament to Delacroix's mastery of black and white media, creating a dynamic composition that highlights both the vulnerability and the strength of its protagonists.