Discover the Artistic Collaboration: Lorenzo Goñi and Camilo José Cela at the ABC Museum of Drawing

This exhibition at the ABC Museum of Drawing and Illustration presents a selection of 51 illustrations by Lorenzo Goñi, created for Camilo José Cela's series "El juego de los tres madroños." The works highlight Goñi's satirical interpretation of Cela's writings from their collaboration in the late 20th century.

Lorenzo Goñi (1911-1992) was a prominent illustrator of the latter half of the 20th century, known for his work in books, newspapers, and magazines, particularly for _ABC_ and _Blanco y Negro_ where he published nearly 2,000 illustrations. His relationship with Nobel laureate Camilo José Cela (1916-2002) began in the 1940s with illustrations for Cela's short story _Pabellón de reposo_ (1943), evolving into a lasting friendship fueled by their shared satirical sensibility. This exhibition at the Museo ABC features 51 illustrations by Goñi for Cela's series "El juego de los tres madroños," which appeared in _ABC_ from 1979 to 1982. This series marked their final collaboration, showcasing Goñi's remarkable insight, penetration, and mastery in translating Cela's witty narratives into vibrant graphics. The illustrations reveal Goñi's original and imaginative style, demonstrating his ability to alternate varied compositions and treatments while remaining true to his unique artistic vision.