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Bullfight Collection (#5)

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Background imageBullfight Collection: The Alguazil Delivering the Keys of the Toril, 1865 (colour litho)

The Alguazil Delivering the Keys of the Toril, 1865 (colour litho)
STC116026 The Alguazil Delivering the Keys of the Toril, 1865 (colour litho) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: The Picador in Danger, 1865 (colour litho)

The Picador in Danger, 1865 (colour litho)
STC116025 The Picador in Danger, 1865 (colour litho) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: The Bull Tossing the Picador and Horse, 1865 (colour litho)

The Bull Tossing the Picador and Horse, 1865 (colour litho)
STC116021 The Bull Tossing the Picador and Horse, 1865 (colour litho) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: The Bull Leaping the Barriers, 1865 (colour litho)

The Bull Leaping the Barriers, 1865 (colour litho)
STC116019 The Bull Leaping the Barriers, 1865 (colour litho) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: The Plaza of Seville, 1865 (colour litho)

The Plaza of Seville, 1865 (colour litho)
STC116013 The Plaza of Seville, 1865 (colour litho) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: Lord Byrons Childe Harold, Canto I, Stanza 76 (engraving)

Lord Byrons Childe Harold, Canto I, Stanza 76 (engraving)
5989880 Lord Byrons Childe Harold, Canto I, Stanza 76 (engraving) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canto I, Stanza 76)

Background imageBullfight Collection: The Little Bull Fight. Bravo Toro, Seville, 1894 (w / c)

The Little Bull Fight. Bravo Toro, Seville, 1894 (w / c)
STC27842 The Little Bull Fight. Bravo Toro, Seville, 1894 (w/c) by Melville, Arthur (1855-1904); 55.9x77.5 cm; Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; The Stapleton Collection; Scottish

Background imageBullfight Collection: Toreador costume in 1825

Toreador costume in 1825
LSE4089370 Toreador costume in 1825. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info)

Background imageBullfight Collection: Preparations for the bullfights to celebrate the wedding of King Alfonso XIII of Spain

Preparations for the bullfights to celebrate the wedding of King Alfonso XIII of Spain
XEE4158622 Preparations for the bullfights to celebrate the wedding of King Alfonso XIII of Spain. Bulls being taken to Madrid. In Spain, preparations for the royal bullfighting

Background imageBullfight Collection: Scene of bullfighting: the triumph of Teresa Bolsi, Andalusian torrera

Scene of bullfighting: the triumph of Teresa Bolsi, Andalusian torrera
LSE4326317 Scene of bullfighting: the triumph of Teresa Bolsi, Andalusian torrera, saluting the assembly that acclaim him in Seville. Sketch taken on the live by Gustave Dore (1832-1883)

Background imageBullfight Collection: A bullfighting scene, the Pegatores in Seville, (in the Portuguese way

A bullfighting scene, the Pegatores in Seville, (in the Portuguese way
LSE4326296 A bullfighting scene, the Pegatores in Seville, (in the Portuguese way) whose speciality consists in strongly grabbing the bull and sticking to it with the strength of their arms

Background imageBullfight Collection: Young Man in a Bullfighting Costume, 1862 (oil on canvas)

Young Man in a Bullfighting Costume, 1862 (oil on canvas)
989046 Young Man in a Bullfighting Costume, 1862 (oil on canvas) by Manet, Edouard (1832-83); 55.7x45.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBullfight Collection: Bullfights of the Spanish (coloured engraving)

Bullfights of the Spanish (coloured engraving)
997790 Bullfights of the Spanish (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Background imageBullfight Collection: Outside the Bullring, c. 1880 (oil on panel)

Outside the Bullring, c. 1880 (oil on panel)
877145 Outside the Bullring, c.1880 (oil on panel) by GarcAia Ramos, Jose(1852-1912); 28.6x17.8 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; Spanish

Background imageBullfight Collection: Bull fight in New Orleans, from Davy Crocketts Almanack, Boston

Bull fight in New Orleans, from Davy Crocketts Almanack, Boston
AQS254835 Bull fight in New Orleans, from Davy Crocketts Almanack, Boston, 1849 (litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; eCourtesy

Background imageBullfight Collection: Inside the Amphitheatre at Nimes, 1890-1900 (chromolitho)

Inside the Amphitheatre at Nimes, 1890-1900 (chromolitho)
942806 Inside the Amphitheatre at NAmes, 1890-1900 (chromolitho) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBullfight Collection: Procession of matadors at the Amphitheatre in Nimes, 1890-1900 (chromolitho)

Procession of matadors at the Amphitheatre in Nimes, 1890-1900 (chromolitho)
942807 Procession of matadors at the Amphitheatre in NAmes, 1890-1900 (chromolitho) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBullfight Collection: Costume of Bouhy (Escamillo) acting in 'Carmen'of Georges Bizet

Costume of Bouhy (Escamillo) acting in "Carmen"of Georges Bizet
LRI557637 Costume of Bouhy (Escamillo) acting in " Carmen" of Georges Bizet by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; Luisa Ricciarini; French, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: Banderillas de Fuego, 1865 (colour litho)

Banderillas de Fuego, 1865 (colour litho)
STC116015 Banderillas de Fuego, 1865 (colour litho) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: Festival in the Piazza del Campo, Siena (oil on canvas)

Festival in the Piazza del Campo, Siena (oil on canvas)
ALI177194 Festival in the Piazza del Campo, Siena (oil on canvas) by Rustici, Vincenzo (1556-1632); Private Collection; Alinari

Background imageBullfight Collection: Women visiting a bullfighter, 1841 (painting)

Women visiting a bullfighter, 1841 (painting)
AIS5372710 Women visiting a bullfighter, 1841 (painting) by Guzman, Manuel Roderiguez (1818-66/67); Private Collection; eIberfoto; Spanish, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: The big capea, 19th century (oil on canvas)

The big capea, 19th century (oil on canvas)
AIS5372690 The big capea, 19th century (oil on canvas) by Velazquez, Eugenio Lucas (1817-70); Private Collection; (add.info.: During a taureaumachia)

Background imageBullfight Collection: Perch jump, bullfighting in Spain, Spanish lithography, sd. 19th century

Perch jump, bullfighting in Spain, Spanish lithography, sd. 19th century
LSE4089363 Perch jump, bullfighting in Spain, Spanish lithography, sd. 19th century by Spanish School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Perch jump)

Background imageBullfight Collection: Social topics of the Academy of San Fernando: 'Corrida in a village'

Social topics of the Academy of San Fernando: "Corrida in a village"
LRI4606049 Social topics of the Academy of San Fernando: " Corrida in a village" Painting by Francisco Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828) 1812-1814 Dim

Background imageBullfight Collection: Legitimos versos de Lino Zamora traidos del Real de Zacatecas, published 1903 (litho)

Legitimos versos de Lino Zamora traidos del Real de Zacatecas, published 1903 (litho)
1275188 LegAitimos versos de Lino Zamora traidos del Real de Zacatecas, published 1903 (litho) by Posada, Jose Guadalupe (1851-1913); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Mexican

Background imageBullfight Collection: At The Bullfight, (oil on panel)

At The Bullfight, (oil on panel)
827199 At The Bullfight, (oil on panel) by Lynch, Albert (1851-1912); 46.4x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: At The Bullfight. Albert Lynch (1851-1912). Oil on panel

Background imageBullfight Collection: Scene of bullfighting in Spain, circa 1820

Scene of bullfighting in Spain, circa 1820
GIA4813775 Scene of bullfighting in Spain, circa 1820. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene of bullfighting in Spain)

Background imageBullfight Collection: A bull crossing the barrier, during a bullfight in Valencia

A bull crossing the barrier, during a bullfight in Valencia
LSE4324934 A bull crossing the barrier, during a bullfight in Valencia, drawing by Gustave Dore (1832-1883), to illustrate his journey to Spain, with C. Davillier, in 1862

Background imageBullfight Collection: Corrida in Spain: le picador - Bull Charging a Picador - engraving from '

Corrida in Spain: le picador - Bull Charging a Picador - engraving from "
XEE4155795 Corrida in Spain: le picador - Bull Charging a Picador - engraving from " Usi e Costumi di Tutti i i Popoli dell Universo

Background imageBullfight Collection: Bulls Hunting Scene (bullfighting), 18th century (Watercolour)

Bulls Hunting Scene (bullfighting), 18th century (Watercolour)
LRI4669267 Bulls Hunting Scene (bullfighting), 18th century (Watercolour) by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bulls Hunting Scene (bullfighting) 18th century Watercolour Private Collection

Background imageBullfight Collection: In Spain (chromolitho)

In Spain (chromolitho)
734537 In Spain (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Spain. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Background imageBullfight Collection: The Bull Fight

The Bull Fight
BAL45634 The Bull Fight by Alenza, Leonardo (1807-45); Rafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Spanish, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: The Bull Following up the Charge, 1865 (colour litho)

The Bull Following up the Charge, 1865 (colour litho)
STC116023 The Bull Following up the Charge, 1865 (colour litho) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: Bull Charging a Picador, 1865 (colour litho)

Bull Charging a Picador, 1865 (colour litho)
STC116020 Bull Charging a Picador, 1865 (colour litho) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: La Suerte de la Capa, 1865 (colour litho)

La Suerte de la Capa, 1865 (colour litho)
STC116017 La Suerte de la Capa, 1865 (colour litho) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: the luck of the cape; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: The Matador, 1865 (colour litho)

The Matador, 1865 (colour litho)
STC116012 The Matador, 1865 (colour litho) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: The Plaza de Toros of Madrid, 1865 (colour litho)

The Plaza de Toros of Madrid, 1865 (colour litho)
STC116011 The Plaza de Toros of Madrid, 1865 (colour litho) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBullfight Collection: Fol. 200r Death of a bull in the ring, from the manuscript made under the direction of

Fol. 200r Death of a bull in the ring, from the manuscript made under the direction of
XIR243776 Fol.200r Death of a bull in the ring, from the manuscript made under the direction of Alfonso X The Wise King of Castille and Leon (vellum) by Spanish School

Background imageBullfight Collection: El Cid (c. 1040-99) spearing another bull, plate 11 from La Tauromaquia, 1816 (etching)

El Cid (c. 1040-99) spearing another bull, plate 11 from La Tauromaquia, 1816 (etching)
FIT156939 El Cid (c.1040-99) spearing another bull, plate 11 from La Tauromaquia, 1816 (etching) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Background imageBullfight Collection: Cartoon of a Torreador. Cover in 'L Eclipse'by Gill, May 17

Cartoon of a Torreador. Cover in "L Eclipse"by Gill, May 17
LSE4320556 Cartoon of a Torreador. Cover in " L Eclipse" by Gill, May 17, 1874, Paris. by Gill, Andre (1840-85); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cartoon of a Torreador)

Background imageBullfight Collection: Old custom celebrated in the region of Biscay: Landaise races in a village

Old custom celebrated in the region of Biscay: Landaise races in a village
XEE4405274 Old custom celebrated in the region of Biscay: Landaise races in a village. Chromolithography of the late 19th century

Background imageBullfight Collection: Bullfighting: bull races (bullfighting) in the ancient arenes of Nimes (Gard

Bullfighting: bull races (bullfighting) in the ancient arenes of Nimes (Gard
XEE4164476 Bullfighting: bull races (bullfighting) in the ancient arenes of Nimes (Gard, 30) with the Spanish matador " El Tato", May 10, 1863

Background imageBullfight Collection: Toreador costume, the famous Joaquin Costillares, after overthrowing the bull, in 1825

Toreador costume, the famous Joaquin Costillares, after overthrowing the bull, in 1825
LSE4089375 Toreador costume, the famous Joaquin Costillares, after overthrowing the bull, in 1825. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Background imageBullfight Collection: Release of the quadrille, corrida in Spain, lithography sd. 19th century

Release of the quadrille, corrida in Spain, lithography sd. 19th century
LSE4089367 Release of the quadrille, corrida in Spain, lithography sd. 19th century by Spanish School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Background imageBullfight Collection: Portrait of Victorine Die en costume d espada Painting by Edouard Manet (1832-1883

Portrait of Victorine Die en costume d espada Painting by Edouard Manet (1832-1883
JLJ4569969 Portrait of Victorine Die en costume d espada Painting by Edouard Manet (1832-1883) 1862 Sun. 1, 6x1, 22 m New York. Metropolitan Museum - Portrait of Miss V

Background imageBullfight Collection: Bulls fight. Representation of a bullfight. Painting by Edouard Manet (1832-1883), 1865

Bulls fight. Representation of a bullfight. Painting by Edouard Manet (1832-1883), 1865
JLJ4661968 Bulls fight. Representation of a bullfight. Painting by Edouard Manet (1832-1883), 1865. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0, 90 x 1, 10m. Paris, Musee d Orsay - Bull-fighting scene

Background imageBullfight Collection: Novillada has the Escurial Scene of bullfighting between young bulls

Novillada has the Escurial Scene of bullfighting between young bulls
JLJ4661488 Novillada has the Escurial Scene of bullfighting between young bulls and young bullfighters in Spain. Painting by Alfred Dehodencq (1822-1882) 1850 Sun

Background imageBullfight Collection: Mariano Ceballos called 'the Indian'on the back of a bull breaks his pike in

Mariano Ceballos called "the Indian"on the back of a bull breaks his pike in
AIS5376422 Mariano Ceballos called " the Indian" on the back of a bull breaks his pike in the arenas of Madrid, c




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"Capturing the Essence of Bullfight: A Glimpse into Spain's Rich Tradition" Step into the world of bullfighting, where bravery and artistry intertwine in a mesmerizing spectacle. This captivating painting, known as the restored Taureador Fresco from the Palace of Minos at Knossos, takes us back to ancient times when this tradition first emerged. In Valencia's Plaza de Toros, we witness a face-to-face encounter between matador and bull. With a wave of his red cape, the matador commands attention as he dances with danger. The barbed sticks pierce through the bull's flesh, symbolizing both strength and vulnerability. The adrenaline-filled chase continues in Algeciras, depicted in vibrant watercolors on paper. Every stroke captures the intensity and raw emotion that fills the air during these events. Jerez de la Frontera showcases another thrilling bullfight in Cadiz Province, Andalusia – a region deeply rooted in this age-old tradition. Erected proudly outside Seville's Plaza de toros de la Real Maestranza de Caballeria stands an equestrian statue paying homage to those who have dedicated their lives to mastering this dangerous art form. Nearby is another tribute - a statue honoring Toreador Manolo Montoliu - serving as a reminder of past triumphs and sacrifices made within these hallowed grounds. Madrid's Bullring Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas offers an exterior view that exudes grandeur and history. It serves as one of Spain's most iconic venues for showcasing this beloved sport to enthusiastic crowds year after year. Traveling across continents brings us to Medellin, Colombia’s La Macarena Stadium where picadores bend down fearlessly towards raging horns – an act that epitomizes courage beyond measure. Tilework adorning walls tells stories too.