Art Discussion: Francisco Goya's Art, Romanticism, and War's Effects

This art discussion analyzes Francisco Goya's 'The Third of May in 1808' within the context of Romanticism, highlighting its depiction of innocent people killed during war. The author draws parallels between Goya's work and the effects of modern political conflicts, emphasizing the traumatization experienced by witnesses, relatives, and friends. The discussion explores the graphic reality of death in war, emphasizing the enduring impact of conflict. The author connects Goya's artistic representation with contemporary events where people are killed in political wars, tribal conflicts and the displacement of people, and the traumatization of children. The conclusion reinforces the power of Romanticism war art in depicting the innocent deaths and the enduring impact of war on individuals and society. The author uses oil and canvas to make a comparison between Goya's artwork and the effects of political war.