Couple with Parasol on the Paseo 1797

"Couple with Parasol on the Paseo" is a 1797 drawing by Francisco Goya, a renowned Spanish artist. It is considered a "capricho," a genre of Goya's work that depicts scenes of daily life with satirical and often fantastical elements. This small-scale work, only 22 x 13.4 cm, portrays a couple walking together under a parasol, their faces revealing a blend of intimacy and indifference. The casualness of their posture and the seemingly indifferent figures in the background offer a glimpse into the social dynamics of 18th-century Spain, reflecting the artist's keen observation of human behavior. The drawing, currently housed in the Kunsthalle Hamburg in Germany, is a testament to Goya's mastery of pen and ink, capturing the essence of his era in a captivating and evocative manner.