Nor These Either 18th-19th century

Editor: This etching by Goya, titled "Nor These Either," depicts a chaotic scene. The figures seem intertwined in conflict, almost as if they're part of a tragic dance. How do you interpret this work? Curator: This piece serves as a chilling indictment of violence, particularly during times of conflict. Goya was deeply critical of the social and political structures that enabled such brutality. How does this image speak to contemporary issues of power and oppression? Editor: I see parallels to current events, like the disregard for human life in war and the systemic inequalities that fuel conflict. Curator: Precisely. Goya isn't just showing us the violence; he's forcing us to confront the systems that perpetuate it. It is a reminder that we must remain vigilant against the forces that dehumanize and destroy. Editor: I hadn't thought of it that way before. It is a really powerful, thought-provoking piece.