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Gazing upon this etching is like stepping into the raw energy of a bullfight; it feels both exhilarating and unsettling. The artist has masterfully captured the tension, the anticipation of the moment. The bull, dark and formidable, stands in stark contrast to the lighter figures of the matadors and spectators. I can almost hear the roar of the crowd, feel the heat of the arena. The figures are dynamically posed, caught in the midst of movement, suggesting the chaos and bravery inherent in the spectacle.
The Origin of the Harpoons or Banderillas
Francisco GoyaRelated artworks
El mismo Ceballos mounted on another bull breaks javelins in the Plaza de Madrid