Will No One Unbind Us? 18th-19th century

Editor: This print, "Will No One Unbind Us?" by Goya, shows two figures struggling under the weight of a large owl. It feels like a powerful depiction of oppression. What do you see in this piece? Curator: It's a potent image, isn't it? Goya's work often reflects the sociopolitical turmoil of his time. This print could be interpreted as a commentary on the oppressive forces – the "owl" of ignorance, perhaps – that bind individuals and society. What kind of resistance do you think the figures show? Editor: They’re clearly struggling, but still trying to lift the owl. It makes me think about the fight against systemic inequality. Curator: Precisely! Goya challenges us to consider who benefits from the metaphorical "bindings" and who bears the burden. It speaks volumes about the enduring fight for liberation and the urgent need for collective action. Editor: I hadn’t considered that the owl could represent ignorance, but now it gives the print a whole new layer of meaning. Curator: Art is always open to interpretation, especially when looking at it through a critical lens.