For the first time, the Gallery of the Royal Collections of Spain is lending works by one of the world’s most important Spanish painters to be exhibited in the Americas, and the city chosen was Buenos Aires. The National Museum of Fine Arts is now hosting, for a few months, two previously unseen works by Goya. A unique opportunity to delve into another facet of this important artist—and best of all, with free admission!
Not in Madrid or New York: the historic Goya exhibition that just opened in Buenos Aires
Through January 27, 2027, the ground floor of the National Museum of Fine Arts is home to a historical treasure that, for the first time, has crossed the Atlantic to reach Argentina. The tapestries “La cometa” and “La gallina ciega, ” two masterpieces designed by Francisco de Goya himself, are on display at one of Buenos Aires’ most important art museums.
This limited-time exhibition was made possible thanks to a loan from the Royal Collections Gallery of Spain, and this is the first time this Madrid museum has loaned works to be exhibited on the American continent.
It’s not the Goya you’d expect (and that’s the best part)
Goya is known for his dramatic paintings, such as *The Executions* or the somber “Black Paintings,” but in this exhibition you’ll discover another Goya—a young and luminous Goya. Here’s why.
Between 1775 and 1792, when Goya was appointed painter to King Charles III, he designed “cartones” (original sketches) that were later woven into wool and silk by artisans at the Royal Factory. The result? Two gigantic, vibrant tapestries depicting games, outings, and activities of the era.
To make the experience more immersive, the museum has placed the tapestries in a room next to the permanent collection, which also features paintings and engravings by Goya.
You have plenty of time to plan your visit: the exhibition will be on view through January 2027.
📍 Where: National Museum of Fine Arts (Av. del Libertador 1473, CABA).
🕒 When: Tuesday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (last admission at 7:30 p.m.). You have until January 17, 2027.
💸 Cost: Free admission!
