Here comes the bogey-man 1799

"Here comes the bogey-man" (1799) is a print by Spanish artist Francisco Goya. It depicts a mother and two children huddled together in fear as a shadowy figure looms over them. The figure is cloaked in a large, ghostly shroud, enhancing the ominous nature of the scene. This unsettling image is part of Goya's series "Los Caprichos," a collection of 80 etchings that satirized Spanish society and explored themes of superstition, fear, and the darker side of human nature. This print, in particular, reflects Goya's anxieties about the societal forces threatening Spain during his lifetime, utilizing the symbolism of the bogeyman to represent these anxieties. The print's stark contrasts and dramatic composition further contribute to its sense of unease and its lasting impact on viewers.