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Plate 3 from Los Caprichos : Here comes the bogey-man (Que viene el Coco. ), 1799
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Plate 3 from Los Caprichos : Here comes the bogey-man (Que viene el Coco. ), 1799
Plate 3 from Los Caprichos : Here comes the bogey-man (Que viene el Coco.), 1799
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Plate 3 from Los Caprichos - Here comes the bogey-man (Que viene el Coco. ), 1799 - A Satirical Depiction of Fear and Foolishness
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. This black and white etching by Francisco Goya, titled "Plate 3 from Los Caprichos: Here comes the bogey-man (Que viene el Coco. ), 1799" takes us back to the fearful world of eighteenth-century Spain. Goya's masterful satire exposes the irrationality that grips society through a mythical creature known as the bogeyman. In this scene, we witness a mother clutching her frightened child tightly, both paralyzed with fear as they encounter this monstrous figure. The artist skillfully captures their wide-eyed expressions, conveying their terror in exquisite detail. Goya's use of light and shadow heightens the sense of alarm, evoking an atmosphere filled with apprehension. Through his artistry, Goya invites us to reflect on our own fears and foolish beliefs that often haunt our lives. He reminds us how easily we succumb to irrational thoughts and let them control our actions. This print serves as a powerful reminder that fear can be manipulated for various purposes within society. As we delve into this thought-provoking image from Goya's iconic series "Los Caprichos" we are transported to a time where superstitions reigned supreme. It is an opportunity for introspection – an invitation to confront our own vulnerabilities and question societal norms that perpetuate these anx
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