The Captivity is as Barbarous as the Crime by Francisco de Goya

The Captivity is as Barbarous as the Crime 1815

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"The Captivity is as Barbarous as the Crime" is a powerful etching from Francisco Goya’s series "The Disasters of War." Created in 1815, it depicts a figure bound by chains and shackles, their head bowed in despair. The stark, graphic depiction of suffering and the forceful title, "The Captivity is as Barbarous as the Crime," reflects Goya's critical response to the brutality of the Peninsular War (1808-1814) and underscores the cruelty of war and its lasting consequences. This print stands as a testament to Goya's mastery of etching and his unwavering commitment to social commentary.