Dios se lo pague a usted (God gives it back to you)

Goya, Francisco de

Dios se lo pague a usted (God gives it back to you), 1867

Original etching

Francisco de Goya — Dios se lo pague a usted (God gives it back to you). Superb proof before the letter, on Holland paper with large margins; from the first edition (1867). Catalog reference: Delteil 24. The sale notes only two early proofs known — a significant early-state example.

Image size: 14" x 18.5"

Literature: Delteil 24

Description: Francisco de Goya’s "Dios se lo pague a usted (God gives it back to you)," an original etching from 1867, exemplifies the artist’s incisive engagement with the social and moral complexities of his era. Measuring 14 by 18.5 inches, this print is a rare proof before letters, executed on Holland paper with generous margins, and is referenced as Delteil 24. Goya’s mastery of the etching medium is evident in the nuanced interplay of light and shadow, which imbues the composition with psychological depth and ambiguity. The work’s title, an expression of gratitude tinged with irony, underscores Goya’s critical perspective on the customs and hierarchies of 19th-century Spain. This early-state impression, one of only two known, offers a compelling insight into Goya’s process and enduring relevance.

$ 7,000