The Irritating Gentleman | Berthold Woltze | 1874 Frame Options:Framed Canvas with his hands clasped and

with his hands clasped and his gaze cast downward

This work is part of Goya's broader exploration of human emotion and the irrational

Captured in an exquisite engraving

muted tones and dramatic contrasts emphasizes the somber and introspective mood of the piece

The Irritating Gentleman | Berthold Woltze | 1874 Frame Options:Framed Canvas with his hands clasped andAbout the artwork: The Irritating Gentleman (Der lstige Herr, 1874) by German painter Berthold Woltze blends subtle humor with sharp social commentary. The scene takes place inside a 19th century train compartment, where a young woman dressed in mourning sits stiffly, staring forward with a tense and weary expression. Beside her, an older man leans in, speaking with exaggerated confidence, completely unawareor indifferentto her discomfort. The