Goya, Women, Pornography and Terror

Explore a guest lecture by Felipe Pereda, a renowned scholar of Spanish art and architecture, focusing on Goya's depictions of women, pornography, and terror. Delve into Pereda's expertise on Spanish art from the Late Middle Ages to the 18th century, examining the relationship between image practice, theory, and the emerging world of art. Gain insights from Pereda's extensive research, including his books on Spanish architecture, sacred imagery, and the concept of truth in Golden Age art. Investigate how artists of the Spanish Golden Age grappled with the fundamental problem of truth in their work, rather than mere imitation. Analyze Goya's artistic approach to portraying women, exploring themes of pornography and terror within the context of 18th-century Spain.