Diego de Acedo, the Grandee 18th-19th century

Editor: Here we have Goya's "Diego de Acedo, the Grandee", a somewhat haunting print. I'm struck by the way Goya portrays Diego, both dignified and vulnerable. What do you see in this piece? Curator: Goya’s print invites us to consider the societal treatment of individuals with dwarfism in 17th-century Spain. Acedo held a position at court, but this image, referencing Velazquez, also subtly critiques the power structures that defined his existence. It's a study of how difference is perceived, isn't it? Editor: Yes, it really makes you think about the relationship between representation and power. Thanks! Curator: Indeed, and how art can be a tool for both perpetuating and questioning norms. A powerful piece.