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Plate 51 from Los Caprichos : They spruce themselves up (Se repulen. ), 1799
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Plate 51 from Los Caprichos : They spruce themselves up (Se repulen. ), 1799
Plate 51 from Los Caprichos : They spruce themselves up (Se repulen.), 1799
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Plate 51 from Los Caprichos - They spruce themselves up (Se repulen. ), 1799
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. This black and white etching by Francisco Goya, titled "They spruce themselves up" is a satirical masterpiece that transports us to the absurdity of 18th-century Spain. Goya's sharp wit and keen observation are on full display as he ridicules society's obsession with appearances. In this image, we witness a group of foolish individuals engrossed in their own vanity. Their bodies contort into bizarre positions as they meticulously attend to their feet, specifically their toenails. With scissors in hand, they cut away at their talons while an eerie winged figure hovers above them, perhaps symbolizing the monstrous consequences of such superficial preoccupations. Goya's biting social commentary extends beyond mere pedicures; it delves into the deeper concept of human folly and self-deception. The artist challenges us to reflect on our own tendencies towards vanity and the lengths we go to present ourselves in a certain light. As we gaze upon this print at the Metropolitan Museum of Art or any other location fortunate enough to house it, we are reminded that Goya's legacy endures through his ability to capture timeless aspects of human nature. His masterful use of etching techniques brings these monsters of foolishness vividly to life before our eyes. Through "Plate 51 from Los Caprichos: They spruce themselves up". Francisco Goya invites us
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