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- Title
EL EMBARAZO Y SU REPRESENTACIÓN EN LA ESPAÑA DEL SIGLO XVIII: DESEO, DECORO Y BURLA.
- Authors
COBO DELGADO, GEMMA
- Abstract
The article analyzes the representation and beliefs about pregnancy in Spain during the 18th century. It highlights that pregnancy was considered essential for forming a family with many children and having heirs. However, women of the time did not want to show their bellies, and those who wore corsets to look better during pregnancy were criticized. It is mentioned that the only known portrait of a pregnant woman from that time is that of María Teresa de Borbón y Vallabriga, painted by Goya. Furthermore, it is discussed whether the intention of the portrait was to show the pregnancy or if it was a discreet representation. It is emphasized that in the medical field, it was considered that the emotional state of pregnant women could influence the fetus, but it was recommended to control cravings and avoid angering or scaring the woman. In general, pregnancy was considered a state of illness, both physical and psychological, in society at that time.
- Subjects
SPAIN; GOYA, Francisco, 1746-1828; EIGHTEENTH century; PREGNANT women; PREGNANCY; EMOTIONAL state; FETUS; HEIRS; INTENTION
- Publication
Dieciocho: Hispanic Enlightenment, 2023, Vol 46, Issue 1, p67
- ISSN
0163-0415
- Publication type
Article