Even Thus, He Cannot Make Her Out 18th-19th century

Editor: This is "Even Thus, He Cannot Make Her Out" by Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes. It appears to be a print, perhaps an etching. The scene feels so intimate and slightly unsettling. What do you see in this piece? Curator: Goya often used his art to critique social mores. The title itself, "Even Thus, He Cannot Make Her Out," is suggestive. Who holds the power here? Is it the man embracing the woman, or the woman seemingly indifferent to his advances? The woman in the background seems to be in on the arrangement. Editor: So you're saying it's a commentary on social dynamics of the time? Curator: Precisely! Goya was known for his satirical depictions of Spanish society. He often showed the complexities and hypocrisies within social relationships. Editor: That’s fascinating! I'll definitely look at Goya's work differently now. Curator: Me too! Thinking about it, Goya's work still resonates today.