Highwaymen Attacking a Coach by Francisco de Goya

Highwaymen Attacking a Coach 1787

franciscodegoya

Private Collection

tree

sky

abstract painting

impressionist landscape

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

painting painterly

animal drawing portrait

surrealist

expressionist

Francisco Goya's "Highwaymen Attacking a Coach" (1787) depicts a dramatic scene of bandits ambushing a carriage in a wooded landscape. The painting showcases Goya's early style, incorporating elements of realism and dramatic narrative. The composition is dynamic and action-packed, with the figures, horses, and coach arranged in a tense and chaotic manner. This piece highlights Goya's mastery of light and shadow, creating a sense of suspense and immediacy.