He Who Does Not Like Thee Will Defame Thee in Jest [Loyalty] c. 1813 - 1820

This etching titled "He Who Does Not Like Thee Will Defame Thee in Jest [Loyalty]," from Francisco Goya's "Disasters of War" series, is a powerful commentary on the cruelty and absurdity of war. Created between 1813 and 1820, the print depicts a scene of violence and chaos, where a group of men are attacking a helpless figure in the foreground. Goya's use of dark, stark lines and exaggerated figures heightens the sense of fear and despair, reflecting the horrors he witnessed during the Peninsular War. This etching, along with the rest of the "Disasters of War" series, stands as a powerful indictment of war and its lasting effects on humanity.