...dieron con Sancho en el suelo y lo mismo le avinó d D. Quixote... c. 1855

Célestin Nanteuil created this print, sometime in the mid-19th century, depicting a scene from Don Quixote. The eye is drawn to the stark, almost barren landscape, punctuated by jagged rocks and an overcast sky. The figures of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza are sprawled on the ground, emphasizing their vulnerability against the immensity of the terrain. Nanteuil masterfully uses line and shadow to create a sense of depth and drama. The horizon line, placed high, intensifies the feeling of the characters' isolation and the overwhelming nature of their environment. This composition destabilizes the traditional heroic narrative, highlighting instead the absurdity and futility of Quixote's idealism. The roughness of the lithographic texture further underscores this sense of disillusionment, challenging the viewer to reconsider romanticized notions of chivalry and adventure. The print serves not just as an illustration, but as a commentary on the human condition.