They Don't Like It 18th-19th century

Curator: Goya's print, titled "They Don't Like It," immediately strikes me as a scene of intense struggle. There's a raw, almost brutal energy to it. Editor: Yes, look at that furious etching! The rough lines and aquatint give it such a visceral texture; I wonder what the metal plate endured to convey so much distress. Curator: The composition, for me, emphasizes the tension between the figures, that desperate embrace versus the aggression of the woman with the rock. I wonder what narratives Goya had in mind. Editor: I see it as a commentary on societal norms, perhaps the suppression of individual desires. The materiality speaks volumes: Goya used readily available materials, yet he transformed them into a critique of power. Curator: It's fascinating how the print almost whispers of the dark underbelly of human nature, wouldn't you agree? Editor: Exactly. It is a potent reminder that art isn't just about aesthetics; it's about the labor and the socio-political context embedded in every mark.