Equestrian portrait of Maria Luisa of Parma

The 'Equestrian portrait of Maria Luisa of Parma' is an oil-on-canvas painting by acclaimed Spanish artist Francisco Goya, renowned for his substantial influence in the movements of Romanticism. This stunning portrait constitutes part of Goya's royal collection, initiated in 1800 when he first assumed his role as First Chamber Painter to the Spanish royal family. The portrait strikingly captures Maria Luisa of Parma on horseback, encapsulating her regal demeanor and the epoch's prevalent romantic sentiments, alluding to Goya's mastery in combining accurate representation with emotional depth. The painting was completed in summer 1801, a testament to Goya's meticulous work ethic.