Los Chinchillas. 1796 - 1797

"Los Chinchillas" is a print from Francisco Goya's iconic series "The Disasters of War." Created between 1796-1797, the etching depicts a grotesque scene of violence and suffering. A figure with donkey ears holds a knife above the head of a screaming man while another man lies dead on the ground, both with strange metal contraptions on their heads. Goya's masterful use of light and shadow creates a chilling atmosphere, amplifying the sense of despair and brutality. The work is a powerful indictment of the horrors of war, a theme that Goya explored throughout his career.