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Bobalicon (Silly Idiot), 1864 (etching, aquatint & drypoint)
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Bobalicon (Silly Idiot), 1864 (etching, aquatint & drypoint)
3959779 Bobalicon (Silly Idiot), 1864 (etching, aquatint & drypoint) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); 24.3x34.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: A dancing giant holding castagnettes, stands to the right. He is facing a smaller man who stands to the left and is supporting a second figure who appears to be leaning against him. To each side of the giant are shadowy faces with grotesque expressions.); © Manchester Art Gallery
Media ID 32119486
© Manchester Art Gallery / Bridgeman Images
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This print titled "Bobalicon (Silly Idiot), 1864" by Francisco Jose de Goya y Lucientes takes us on a journey into the surreal and macabre world of the artist's imagination. The etching, aquatint, and drypoint techniques used in this artwork bring to life a scene that is both haunting and intriguing. In the center of the composition stands a dancing giant, his face adorned with an eerie grin as he holds castanets in his hands. To his left, a smaller man supports another figure who appears to be leaning against him. On either side of the giant are shadowy faces with grotesque expressions, adding an element of mystery and intrigue to the overall composition. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this piece - from the intricate lines that define each figure to the subtle shading that creates depth and dimension. The use of contrasting light and dark tones adds an air of suspense and foreboding. Goya masterfully captures a sense of foolishness and absurdity through this depiction, as if mocking societal norms or human folly itself. The juxtaposition between life and death is also present here, symbolized by various elements such as heads carried by figures or shrouded apparitions lurking in the background. Overall, "Bobalicon (Silly Idiot)" invites viewers into a realm where reality blurs with fantasy, leaving us captivated by its enigmatic charm.
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