Sport. Bullfighting. Carrying the bull's dead body. Photo, Spain, c.1910

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Sport. Bullfighting. Carrying the bull's dead body. Photo, Spain, c.1910

2636369 Sport. Bullfighting. Carrying the bull's dead body. Photo, Spain, c.1910.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sport. Corrida. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI

Media ID 38318636

© © CCI / Bridgeman Images

Arena Arene Bull Bullfighting Corrida Folklore Matador Taureau Tauromachie Toreador

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment of intense emotion and tradition in the world of bullfighting. The image shows a group of men solemnly carrying the lifeless body of a bull out of the arena, their faces etched with a mix of exhaustion and reverence for the animal they have just faced. The scene is set in Spain, around 1910, during a time when bullfighting was not only a sport but also deeply ingrained in the country's cultural heritage. The matador, dressed in traditional attire, stands nearby as if paying his respects to the fallen beast. Bullfighting has long been a controversial practice, with passionate supporters and vehement critics on both sides. While some see it as an art form that celebrates bravery and skill, others view it as cruel and unnecessary. Regardless of one's personal beliefs about bullfighting, this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the complex relationship between humans and animals in sports. It captures a moment that is both brutal and beautiful, highlighting the raw intensity and drama that define this age-old tradition. As we gaze upon this historic image from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the spectacle and sacrifice inherent in the world of tauromachie - where man confronts beast in an ancient dance of life and death.

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