No hay quien nos desate 1796 - 1797

"No hay quien nos desate" is a print from Francisco Goya's series *Los Caprichos*, created between 1796 and 1797. The etching depicts a man and woman bound together by an owl with piercing eyes. The owl, representing ignorance and superstition, holds the couple captive, suggesting that societal constraints and societal norms prevent them from achieving liberation. Goya's use of strong lines and dramatic composition emphasizes the tension and helplessness of the figures. The print's title, translating to "There is no one to untie us," further emphasizes the sense of entrapment. This work is considered a masterpiece of the Romantic period, known for its dark humor and incisive social commentary.