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Banderillas Collection

"Banderillas: The Art of Bullfighting in Spain" Step into the vibrant world of Spanish bullfighting with the suerte de las banderillas

Background imageBanderillas Collection: The Banderillero in the chair; Notes on Spain, 1875. Creator: Unknown

The Banderillero in the chair; Notes on Spain, 1875. Creator: Unknown
The Banderillero in the chair; Notes on Spain, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Spain - Suerte de las Banderillas - from Life

Spain - Suerte de las Banderillas - from Life
A black and white slide showing a bull fighting arena with a group of men fighting one bull, with two more dead bulls in the arena

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Spanish Spain Lantern Slide Slides Life Suerte

Spanish Spain Lantern Slide Slides Life Suerte
spanish, spain, lantern, slide, slides, life, Suerte, de, las, Banderillas, from, Life, bull, fighting, arena, with, group, men, one, two, more, dead, bulls, history, historical, , 10902884

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Sunday Afternoon in the Bull Ring at Madrid (engraving)

Sunday Afternoon in the Bull Ring at Madrid (engraving)
1054859 Sunday Afternoon in the Bull Ring at Madrid (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sunday Afternoon in the Bull Ring at Madrid)

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Toreros Reposing between the Bulls, 1865 (colour litho)

Toreros Reposing between the Bulls, 1865 (colour litho)
STC116029 Toreros Reposing between the Bulls, 1865 (colour litho) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Plate 32 from the Tauromaquia : Two teams of picadors thrown one after the other by a

Plate 32 from the Tauromaquia : Two teams of picadors thrown one after the other by a
Plate 32 from the Tauromaquia :Two teams of picadors thrown one after the other by a single bull. 1816

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Plate 31 of the Tauromaquia : Banderillas with firecrackers. 1816

Plate 31 of the Tauromaquia : Banderillas with firecrackers. 1816

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Plate 24 of the Tauromaquia : The same Ceballos mounted on another bull breaks short

Plate 24 of the Tauromaquia : The same Ceballos mounted on another bull breaks short spears in the ring at Madrid. 1816

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Plate 13 of the Tauromaquia : A Spanish mounted knight in the ring breaking short spears

Plate 13 of the Tauromaquia : A Spanish mounted knight in the ring breaking short spears without the help of assistants, , 1816

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Plate 12 from the Tauromaquia : The crowd hamstrings the bull with lances, sickles

Plate 12 from the Tauromaquia : The crowd hamstrings the bull with lances, sickles, banderillas and other arms. 1816

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Suerte de Banderillas (Bullfighting stage), colored engraving by Antonio Carnicero

Suerte de Banderillas (Bullfighting stage), colored engraving by Antonio Carnicero

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Colored Engravings by Antonio Carnicero, Plate VIII, Suerte de Banderillas, Plate IX

Colored Engravings by Antonio Carnicero, Plate VIII, Suerte de Banderillas, Plate IX: Suerte de Matar

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Bullfights Banderillas Firecrackers 1876 Francisco de Goya

Bullfights Banderillas Firecrackers 1876 Francisco de Goya
Bullfights: Banderillas with Firecrackers, 1876. Francisco de Goya (Spanish, 1746-1828). Engraving

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Bullfights Rabble Hamstringing Bull Lances Sickles

Bullfights Rabble Hamstringing Bull Lances Sickles
Bullfights: The Rabble Hamstringing the Bull with Lances, Sickles, Banderillas and Other Arms, 1876. Francisco de Goya (Spanish, 1746-1828). Engraving

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Bullfights Origin Harpoons Banderillas 1876 Francisco de Goya

Bullfights Origin Harpoons Banderillas 1876 Francisco de Goya
Bullfights: Origin of the Harpoons or Banderillas, 1876. Francisco de Goya (Spanish, 1746-1828). Engraving

Background imageBanderillas Collection: A Spanish Banderillerlo Placing The Banderillas Whilst Seated In A Chair

A Spanish Banderillerlo Placing The Banderillas Whilst Seated In A Chair, During A 19Th Century Bullfight. This Is Called Suerte De Banderillas, En Silla In Spanish

Background imageBanderillas Collection: torero, placing, banderillas, bulls shoulders, two, men, stand, bull, Jose Guadalupe Posada

torero, placing, banderillas, bulls shoulders, two, men, stand, bull, Jose Guadalupe Posada
A torero placing banderillas into the bulls shoulders while two men stand behind the bull, Jose Guadalupe Posada (Mexican, 1851-1913), ca 1890-1910

Background imageBanderillas Collection: A Spanish Banderillero placing the Banderillas whilst Seated in a Chair, 1878 (wood

A Spanish Banderillero placing the Banderillas whilst Seated in a Chair, 1878 (wood
KW441349 A Spanish Banderillero placing the Banderillas whilst Seated in a Chair, 1878 (wood engraving) by Sotain, Noel Eugene (b.1816); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBanderillas Collection: famous Martincho places the banderillas

famous Martincho places the banderillas
GOYA Y LUCIENTES, Francisco de (1746-1828). The famous Martincho (probably Antonio Ebassum) places the banderillas

Background imageBanderillas Collection: The rabble hamstring the bull with lances, sickles, banderil

The rabble hamstring the bull with lances, sickles, banderil

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Bullfighting, bull impaled with banderillas in bullring, Tercio de banderillas stage of bullfight

Bullfighting, bull impaled with banderillas in bullring, Tercio de banderillas stage of bullfight, Spain, september

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Spanish Bullfighting Series (5 / 12)

Spanish Bullfighting Series (5 / 12)
Spanish Bullfighting Series. The banderillas (flag-topped lances) are plunged into the bulls back to weaken the animal. Date: 1913

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Bullfighting, Banderillero escaping from bull in bullring, blurred movement

Bullfighting, Banderillero escaping from bull in bullring, blurred movement, Tercio de banderillas stage of bullfight, Spain, september

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Bullfighting, Matador assisting final stage from border of bullring

Bullfighting, Matador assisting final stage from border of bullring, Tercio de muerte stage of bullfight, Spain, september

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Bullfighting, bull dying after being impaled with sword in bullring

Bullfighting, bull dying after being impaled with sword in bullring, Tercio de muerte stage of bullfight, Spain, september

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Bullfighting, Matadors with capes, fighting bull in first stage of fight

Bullfighting, Matadors with capes, fighting bull in first stage of fight, where bull is tested after entering bullring, Tercio de varas stage of bullfight, Spain, september

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Bullfighting, Matador with muleta and sword, fighting bull impaled with banderillas in bullring

Bullfighting, Matador with muleta and sword, fighting bull impaled with banderillas in bullring, Tercio de muerte stage of bullfight, Spain, september

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Bullfighting, Matador with muleta, fighting bull impaled with banderillas in bullring

Bullfighting, Matador with muleta, fighting bull impaled with banderillas in bullring, Tercio de muerte stage of bullfight, Spain, september

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Bullfighting, Banderillero with banderillas, fighting bull from horseback in bullring

Bullfighting, Banderillero with banderillas, fighting bull from horseback in bullring, Corrida de rejones, Medina del Campo, Valladolid, Castile-Leon, Northern Spain, september

Background imageBanderillas Collection: Bullfighting, Matador with cape, fighting bull impaled with banderillas in bullring

Bullfighting, Matador with cape, fighting bull impaled with banderillas in bullring, Medina del Campo, Valladolid, Castile-Leon, Northern Spain, september


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"Banderillas: The Art of Bullfighting in Spain" Step into the vibrant world of Spanish bullfighting with the suerte de las banderillas, a captivating and daring spectacle that has enthralled audiences for centuries. From the life-sized lantern slides to colorful lithographs, these visual representations offer a glimpse into this iconic tradition. In "Sunday Afternoon in the Bull Ring at Madrid, " an engraving transports us to the heart of the action, where toreros showcase their skill and bravery. Meanwhile, "Toreros Reposing between the Bulls" captures a moment of respite amidst adrenaline-pumping encounters. The Tauromaquia series provides further insight into this art form. Plate 32 depicts two teams of picadors being thrown consecutively by powerful bulls, showcasing both danger and resilience. Plate 31 introduces us to banderillas adorned with firecrackers, adding an explosive element to an already thrilling performance. Plate 24 showcases Ceballos mounted on another bull as he breaks short spears—a testament to his mastery over these majestic creatures. Plate 13 brings forth a Spanish knight on horseback breaking short spears with finesse and precision. Moving beyond illustrations, plate 12 reveals how lances and sickles are used by the crowd to hamstring the bull—an intense moment that highlights both human strength and animal instinct. Antonio Carnicero's colored engravings provide vivid glimpses into various stages of bullfighting. In his masterpiece "Suerte de Banderillas, " we witness skilled matadors executing precise movements while placing banderillas onto charging bulls—combining gracefulness with calculated risk-taking. As we delve deeper into Carnicero's work through plates VIII and IX, we become immersed in every aspect of this ancient tradition—the colors popping off each page as if they were alive themselves. Banderillas represent more than just decorative sticks; they symbolize courage, artistry, and the timeless connection between man and beast.