Hush 18th-19th century

Editor: This print, etched by Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes, is titled "Hush." Curator: Oh, it's a hushed and haunting piece! Those figures seem lost in shadows, a secretive world of their own. Editor: It's interesting how Goya uses aquatint to create such dark, textured areas. Consider its historical context; prints like this were often circulated to critique social issues. Curator: Absolutely! The body language speaks volumes. One figure whispers to another, cloaked, perhaps sharing some clandestine thought. I wonder what they are up to! Editor: Goya's work often explores themes of secrecy and power. The "Hush" title invites us to consider who is being silenced and why. Curator: It evokes a sense of unease. Yet, there is something captivating about their hidden world. Editor: Indeed. And in this work, Goya once again confronts us with the complexities of his time.