Bellos consejos. (Pretty teachings.) (1796-1797)

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Titled "Bellos consejos" (Pretty Teachings), this intriguing etching by Francisco de Goya was created between 1796 and 1797. It belongs to Goya's famous series of prints that explore social customs, vice, and folly, known as "Los Caprichos." This particular piece offers a glimpse into the satirical and often darkly ironic nature of Goya's work.In "Bellos consejos," we see two figures seated closely together, engaged in what appears to be a confidential conversation. The woman on the right, depicted with a straight posture and clear, elegant features, contrasts starkly with the figure on the left, who appears older, with more exaggerated and grotesque facial expressions. This interplay of appearances might suggest a commentary on the superficiality of societal norms and the diverse facades worn in social interactions.The subdued and somewhat murky atmosphere of the print, achieved through Goya’s masterful use of aquatint, enhances the sense of an intimate yet possibly deceitful exchange. The title itself, "Pretty Teachings," could be seen as ironic, hinting at moral lessons that are as superficially alluring as they are potentially corrupt.This etching invites viewers to reflect on the nature of advice and the complexities behind the teachings deemed 'beautiful' by society, encouraging a deeper consideration of the values and ethics imparted from one individual to another.

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Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker. He is considered the most important Spanish artist of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His paintings, drawings, and engravings reflected contemporary historical upheavals and influenced important 19th- and 20th-century painters. Goya is often referred to as the last of the Old Masters and the first of the moderns.