Dona Amalia Bonells de Costa c. 1805

"Dona Amalia Bonells de Costa" is an oil painting by Francisco Goya, created around 1805. The portrait showcases a woman dressed in a black shawl and lace mantilla, highlighting the artist's mastery of capturing the delicate textures of fabric. The subject's gaze is direct and composed, with a hint of melancholy in her expression. Goya's late period, exemplified by this work, is marked by a profound exploration of human emotions and the complexities of the Spanish society during the Napoleonic Wars. The somber palette and the woman's subdued demeanor create a captivating, almost melancholic atmosphere, typical of Goya's later works.