No One Has Seen Us 18th-19th century

Editor: This etching, "No One Has Seen Us" by Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes, is a real mood. It’s dark, obviously, but also unsettling. What's your take on this piece? Curator: Indeed! It's like a glimpse into a hidden, slightly sinister world, isn't it? Goya, he doesn't just show us drunkards. He's revealing something about human nature, about what happens when we think we’re not being watched. Do you see the shadow looming in the background? It mirrors their actions, but magnified, more menacing. Editor: I hadn't noticed the shadow mimicking them! Curator: That's Goya for you – always another layer! We're all being watched, aren't we, by our own consciences if nothing else. What do you think he's saying about being "seen"? Editor: Wow, that's heavy. I guess it's about self-awareness, even in our darkest moments. Thanks!